Notable Drivers
Although NASCAR's premier division has not raced at the track since 1970 it continues to play an integral part in the NASCAR family with several young drivers cutting their teeth on this track every year in the many Late Model and events. Some of the better known graduates include:
- Denny Hamlin - NASCAR Sprint Cup regular (1997 mini stock track champion)
- Woody Howard - 2000 Late Model Rookie of the Year, 2001 Legends Champion, 2005 Pro Cup Series Rookie of the Year and Pro Cup race winner, winner of the 2009 Hampton Heat 200.
- Phil Warren - The winningest driver at Langley Speedway in its premier division, the Late Models, as well as a 7-time track champion (1986,1988,1994,1995,1997,2000,2001). Also the 1995 NASCAR Mid-Atlantic Champion, in which Elliott Sadler finished second in the region that same year. He is currently the Crew Chief and test driver for CE Falk.
- Paul Lubno Sr. - Winningest driver overall at Langley Speedway with 105 victories and five championships.
- Joe Falk - Former NASCAR Nextel Cup owner was the 1976 Winston Racing Track Champion at Langley Speedway, and finished 2nd in the Virginia State NASCAR Late Model Sportsman Division.
- Bubba Adams - 1986 Regional Champion, 2nd in National Standings.
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