Viking Rolls the Dice for a 16th-Place Finish at the Ambetter Health 302

The bright lights of Las Vegas weren’t just reserved for the Strip on October 19th—Matt DiBenedetto brought his own show to town with a solid 16th-place finish at the Ambetter Health 302 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. In a race filled with tight battles, fast speeds, and strategic gambles, Matt and the No. 38 team rolled the dice and came away with a strong result in the desert.

Known for its high-banked, mile-and-a-half oval, Las Vegas is a track where drivers need a bit of everything—speed, patience, and the ability to adapt to ever-changing conditions. From the drop of the green flag, DiBenedetto was locked into the pack, holding his own in the high-speed shuffle. The race saw multiple lead changes, intense side-by-side action, and the kind of strategic pit stops that can make or break a driver’s day.

DiBenedetto and the team played it smart, managing their tires and fuel while staying within striking distance of the top-15. As the laps wound down, the action ramped up, with every position becoming a hard-fought prize. Matt kept his composure through late-race restarts, making key moves to avoid incidents and push forward in the final laps.

In the end, he brought the No. 38 car across the line in 16th—a solid result against a stacked field. "We had a good car today, and we fought hard all race," DiBenedetto said afterward. "I would’ve liked to crack the top-10, but we kept it clean and gained some valuable momentum moving forward. Vegas is always a fun challenge, and we were right there in the mix."

We’d also like to give a shoutout to our partners at ReMA, who continue to enjoy their introduction to NASCAR. They’ve brought great energy to the team, and it’s been a pleasure having them onboard for these exciting events. Their support is making all the difference as we race toward the finish line of the season.

With just a few races left, DiBenedetto and the team are looking to build on this performance and end the year on a high note. As always, there’s no time to slow down—the next challenge is just around the corner, and you can bet Matt and the crew will be ready to roll.