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Newsweek
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Why NASCAR Chicago Street Race Has Been Dropped From 2026 Calendar
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. NASCAR released an official statement announcing a pause on the Chicago street race in 2026. The event has been dropped from the sport's calendar for next year so that NASCAR could work with the City of Chicago to form a plan that "further optimizes operational efficiencies." The objective is to bring the street race back in 2027. The announcement came nearly two weeks after the 2025 street race in Chicago, where Shane van Gisbergen secured the Cup Series victory. The venue holds an important place in NASCAR history since it is the sport's first street race venue. Chicago made its street race debut in 2023 under a three-year deal that lasted until this year. It is reported that Chicago city officials wanted a shift in the dates next year, which prompted NASCAR to consider a pause and form plans for the race's return the following year, in 2027. The statement posted by NASCAR on X read: "Thank you for all you have done to make the NASCAR Chicago Street Race one of the most iconic events in global sports. Austin Hill, driver of the #21 Dow Coatings Chevrolet, and Thomas Annunziata, driver of the #6 Opti-Coat Chevrolet, race during the NASCAR Xfinity Series The Loop 110 at Chicago Street Course on July 06, 2024... Austin Hill, driver of the #21 Dow Coatings Chevrolet, and Thomas Annunziata, driver of the #6 Opti-Coat Chevrolet, race during the NASCAR Xfinity Series The Loop 110 at Chicago Street Course on July 06, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. More Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images "Following the success of the first three years, the Chicago Street Race will hit pause in 2026 to afford us the time necessary to work collaboratively with the City of Chicago to explore a new potential date and to develop a plan that further optimizes operational efficiencies, with a goal to return to the streets of Chicago in 2027. "Together, we have built and grown an expanded community of fans that consists of longtime NASCAR enthusiasts and first-time racegoers from around the globe, and for that, we are immensely grateful. "Thank you for your continued support - and we look forward to seeing you at the races." NASCAR fans have expressed disappointment at the announcement, with many looking forward to its return in 2027. Some reactions are stated below: This fan wishes the race takes place in September in the future: "Great memories the last 3 years. If they bring it back, use a different weekend, ideally in September. Locals who would want to be there leave town 4th of July and a lot of people who'd want to visit the city won't do it 4th of July because they're on their boats or whatever." Great memories the last 3 years. If they bring it back, use a different weekend, ideally in September. Locals who would want to be there leave town 4th of July and a lot of people who'd want to visit the city won't do it 4th of July because they're on their boats or whatever. — Brian (@brianhboyle) July 18, 2025 A street course fan spotted: "This sucks! Take away the road courses or boring ovals and race more street courses." This sucks! Take away the road courses or boring ovals and race more street courses. — Anthony McLain (@AnthonyMcLain) July 18, 2025 This fan enjoyed street races more than ovals: "Thats extremely disappointing. Understand among nascar fans it was not too enjoyed - but as an outsider just getting into it, I thoroughly enjoyed this race. I think most of the Nascar fans hating this race are stuck in denial. Watching a car go in a circle will not draw new fans" [sic] Thats extremely disappointing. Understand among nascar fans it was not too enjoyed - but as an outsider just getting into it, I thoroughly enjoyed this race. I think most of the Nascar fans hating this race are stuck in denial. Watching a car go in a circle will not draw new fans — Steven (@hughejasz) July 18, 2025 Straight from the heart of a NASCAR fan in Reno: "Came in from Reno the last two years to visit family, but more specifically to go to this race. both years it was enjoyable (2023 more, as more to do and rain!) But this is how racing should be in stock cars. Hopefully its back in a couple years." Came in from Reno the last two years to visit family, but more specifically to go to this race. both years it was enjoyable (2023 more, as more to do and rain!) But this is how racing should be in stock cars. Hopefully its back in a couple years. — DJ (@chitownDJ) July 18, 2025 A fan expressing gratitude for the great times: "We all had some good moments with this track. Too bad we will not get another race next year, I hope we will in the next two years. Until then, thank you for the good times."
Yahoo
28-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
NASCAR resumes Atlanta Xfinity race after 80 minute lightning delay
NASCAR had to wait over an hour due to lightning in the area before they were able tor resume Friday night's Xfinity Series race at EchoPark Speedway (Atlanta). The track remained dry, but the nearby lightning made it unsafe for the fans and competitors to continue with the event. However, after red-flagging the race at 9:02pm EST, cars rolled back out on track at 10:25pm EST to continue the race. Advertisement Here's a brief rundown of the event before the lengthy stoppage: Sheldon Creed led the NASCAR Xfinity Series field to the green flag at Atlanta in a race that started later than scheduled due to lightning in the area. But once the race got underway, it didn't take long for the first incident of the night. Within the first five laps, the caution flag was out as Blaine Perkins spun around following contact from Christian Eckes. Parker Retzlaff, William Sawalich, and Josh Williams were all collected as well and sustained noticeable damage. Multi-car crash Multi-car crash The race resumed a few laps later with Creed still in control. Austin Hill, who has won five of the last six races, was the clear favorite entering the race. However, the No. 21 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet abruptly fell through the pack. He reported a fuel pressure issue and was eventually forced onto pit road under green-flag conditions. Advertisement While Hill fell multiple laps down, NASCAR threw the caution on Lap 34 of the 45-lap opening stage. The reason was inclement weather and due to a lightning strike within eight miles of the track, they were forced to halt the race. The field rolled down pit road and the race was red-flagged with Creed still in command. Connor Zilisch, who earned his first oval win one week ago at Pocono, was in second. Sam Mayer, Jesse Love, and Taylor Gray rounded out the top five. Ryan Sieg, Aric Almirola, Nick Sanchez, Justin Allgaier, and Leland Honeyman filled out the remainder of the top ten. While the field split on strategy once the race went back to yellow-flag conditions, some chose to stay out for a five-lap sprint to the end of the stage. Unfortunately, a massive wreck immediately ensued, taking out several cars. Read Also: In-season challenge matchups "could cause chaos" in Atlanta Cup race Joey Logano earns NASCAR Cup pole in a tie as Ford dominates Atlanta qualifying To read more articles visit our website.
USA Today
27-06-2025
- Automotive
- USA Today
NASCAR odds for Xfinity Series race at EchoPark Speedway in June 2025
The NASCAR Xfinity Series is ready to compete in the Focused Health 250 at EchoPark Speedway during the 20th race weekend of the 2025 season. It is NASCAR's second trip to EchoPark in 2025, but the first time since the track changed its name from Atlanta Motor Speedway earlier in the month. Austin Hill entered victory lane in last year's summer race at EchoPark, with Justin Allgaier and Aric Almirola rounding out the top three spots. Hill's win marked his third of four victories during the 2024 season. However, who are the favorites to win this weekend? Below, you can check out the NASCAR odds via BetMGM for the 2025 Focused Health 250 at EchoPark as of Friday, June 27! NASCAR odds for the Xfinity Series race at EchoPark (June 2025) More: NASCAR qualifying order for Xfinity at EchoPark Speedway in June 2025
NBC Sports
26-06-2025
- Climate
- NBC Sports
Atlanta weekend schedule, TV, weather info for NASCAR Cup and Xfinity
As NASCAR reaches the halfway mark of its 2025 season, the Cup and Xfinity series will make their first return visits with EchoPark Speedway. It's the second NASCAR race weekend this year for the 1.54-mile speedway south of Atlanta. In the previous visit to the drafting track four months ago, there were two last-lap passes for the win. Austin Hill won the Xfinity race Feb. 22 by snatching the lead from Aric Almirola. In the Cup race a day later, Christopher Bell won by leading only one lap — passing Kyle Larson for first ahead of the checkered flag. Saturday will mark the 17th of 33 races for Xfinity this season, and Sunday will bring the 18th of 36 races for Cup in 2025. The Craftsman Truck Series also will race Saturday at Lime Rock Park in Connecticut (1 p.m. ET, Fox). Dustin Long, Atlanta weekend schedule (All Times Eastern) Friday, June 27 Garage open 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Cup Series 1:30 - 11:55 p.m. — Xfinity Series Track activity 3 - 4:30 p.m. — Xfinity qualifying (CW App) 5:05 - 6:30 p.m. — Cup qualifying (truTV; PRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio) 7:30 p.m. — Xfinity race (163 laps, 251.02 miles; Stage 1 at Lap 45, Stage 2 at Lap 90; CW Network; PRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio) Saturday, June 28 4 - 11:55 p.m. — Cup Series 7 p.m. — Cup race (260 laps, 400.4 miles; Stage 1 at Lap 60, Stage 2 at Lap 160; TNT, PRN SiriusXM NASCAR Radio) Weekend weather Friday: Partly cloudy with showers and thunderstorms with winds light and variable and a high of 89 degrees. It's expected to be 80 degrees with a 30% chance of rain at the start of the Xfinity race. Saturday: Partly cloudy with afternoon showers and scattered thunderstorms in the evening with a 50% chance of rain and a high of 89 degrees. It's expected to be 82 degrees with a 41% chance of rain at the start of the Cup race.
Al Arabiya
24-06-2025
- Automotive
- Al Arabiya
AUTO RACING: Briscoe earns first win with Joe Gibbs and F1's McLaren looks to bounce back in Austria
NASCAR CUP SERIES Challenge Round 1 – Quaker State 400 Site: Hampton, Georgia. Track: EchoPark Speedway. Race distance: 260 laps, 400.4 miles. Schedule: Friday qualifying, 5:05 p.m.; Saturday race, 7 p.m. (TNT and MAX). Last year: Joey Logano earned an overtime victory and his second win of the season after a push from teammate Ryan Blaney vaulted him into the lead. Last race: Leading the last 34 laps while utilizing a fuel-saving strategy, Chase Briscoe held off teammate Denny Hamlin at Pocono to earn his first win with Joe Gibbs Racing. Next race: July 6, Chicago. Online: NASCAR XFINITY SERIES Focused Health 250 Site: Hampton, Georgia. Track: EchoPark Speedway. Race distance: 163 laps, 251.02 miles. Schedule: Friday qualifying, 3 p.m.; race, 7:30 p.m. (CW). Last year: Austin Hill claimed the victory while holding off Parker Kligerman on a late-race restart. Last race: Connor Zilisch secured his second win of the year in Pennsylvania after a late pass of Jesse Love with four laps to go. Next race: July 5, Chicago. Online: For all the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app. NASCAR CRAFTSMAN TRUCK SERIES LIUNA 150 Site: Lakeville, Connecticut. Track: Lime Rock Park. Race distance: 100 laps, 147.8 miles. Schedule: Friday practice, 1:05 p.m.; Saturday qualifying, 9:30 a.m.; race, 1 p.m. (FOX). Last year: NASCAR will make its debut at Lime Rock Park after last year's race in Milwaukee saw victor Layen Riggs take the lead from Ty Majeski with 53 laps to go. Last race: Pole-sitter Layne Riggs snagged his first win of the season at Pocono while leading the last 20 laps and finishing nearly four seconds ahead of second-place Tanner Gray. Next race: July 25, Indianapolis. Online: FORMULA ONE MSC Cruises Austrian Grand Prix Site: Spielberg, Austria. Track: Red Bull Ring. Race distance: 71 laps, 190.4 miles. Schedule: Friday practice, 7:25 a.m.; practice, 10:55 a.m.; Saturday practice, 6:25 a.m.; qualifying, 9:55 a.m.; Sunday race, 8:55 a.m. (ESPN). Last year: George Russell took his first win since 2022 after capitalizing on a dramatic crash between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris late in the race. Last race: Russell held off Verstappen and took his first win of the season in Canada in a dramatic race that saw McLaren teammates Norris and Piastri collide. Next race: July 6, Towcester, UK. Online: INDYCAR Last race: Alex Palou took advantage of leader Scott Dixon's late pit stop to secure the victory, giving him the win in six out of nine races so far this season. Next race: July 6, Lexington, Ohio. Online: NHRA DRAG RACING Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals Site: Norwalk, Ohio. Track: Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park. Race distance: 1/4 mile. Schedule: Friday qualifying, 6 p.m.; qualifying, 8:30 p.m.; Saturday qualifying, noon; qualifying, 2:30 p.m.; Sunday race, 2 p.m. (FOX). Next race: July 20, Kent, Washington. Online:
