LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Glen Powell, the star of the upcoming movie "The Running Man," has been named grand marshal for this year's South Point 400.

The race will be held at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Sunday, Oct. 12. Actor, producer, and screenwriter Glen Powell will serve as grand marshal for the race, the Speedway announced Tuesday morning.

“It was an absolute yes when I was asked to serve as grand marshal for the South Point 400,” Powell said. “I’ve grown up around a love of speed and competition, and NASCAR racing embodies that passion like no other. To be part of this tradition in Las Vegas, with all the energy and excitement of the fans, is going to be an unforgettable experience.”

The South Point 400 is the main event of the Fall NASCAR weekend in Las Vegas and is a key race in

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