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NASCAR shelves Chicago street race for 2027, shifts focus to Joliet
sports10 days ago

NASCAR shelves Chicago street race for 2027, shifts focus to Joliet

NASCAR announced it will not run the Chicago Street Race in 2027 due to a $10 million funding gap, with plans instead to hold a Cup Series weekend at Joliet’s Chicagoland Speedway (June 25–27, 2027). Chicago officials say they’re open to a future NASCAR return as they maintain community programs and a downtown office, while Joliet capitalizes on a successful recent slate; the Chicago event previously drew large crowds and media value but did not become a sustained profit driver for the city.

via Chicago Tribune|
#chicago-street-race#chicagoland-speedway#grant-park
sports23 days ago

NASCAR's 2027 Schedule Mixes Returns, Rotations, and Chicago–San Diego Questions

NASCAR's 2027 Cup Series schedule is shaping up as a mix of nostalgic returns and rotating tracks under a new Chase-era format: The Clash likely moves to Daytona with the All-Star Race possibly at North Wilkesboro; Bristol's night race would shift to August with New Hampshire taking its September slot; Watkins Glen moves into The Chase (Gateway may drop out for late summer); Dover stays as a May points race and Richmond could join The Chase if a midsummer pause is needed; Chicago's street race and San Diego's naval base event remain undecided, with San Diego favored but Chicago still on the table, meaning Chicagoland could be dropped if both appear; no international events are planned for 2027, though fans hope for Mexico City or Montreal in the future.

via FOX Sports|
#2027-schedule#chicago-street-race#cup-series
NASCAR's 2026 Schedule Features Chicagoland Return and New Street Race
sports1 year ago

NASCAR's 2026 Schedule Features Chicagoland Return and New Street Race

NASCAR will return to the Joliet Chicagoland Speedway in 2026 for a Cup Series race during July Fourth weekend, filling the void left by the cancellation of the Chicago Street Race, which will move to San Diego next summer. This marks the first NASCAR event at Joliet since 2019, with the track in good condition to host the race, and aims to maintain NASCAR's momentum in the Chicago area.

via Chicago Tribune|
#2026-schedule#chicago-street-race#chicagoland-speedway
sports1 year ago

NASCAR In-Season Tournament Advances to Round of 8 After Chicago

Ty Dillon advanced to the third round of NASCAR's In-Season Challenge after a strong performance at Chicago, where Shane van Gisbergen won the race but was not in the tournament. Key matchups include Ty Gibbs vs. Zane Smith and John Hunter Nemechek vs. Erik Jones, with upcoming races at Sonoma Raceway shaping the tournament's outcome. The event featured dramatic moments, notable performances, and strategic battles among drivers.

via NASCAR.com|
#chicago-street-race#in-season-challenge#nascar
sports1 year ago

Shane van Gisbergen Dominates Chicago Street Race Weekend

Shane van Gisbergen achieved a historic sweep at the Chicago Street Race, winning both the NASCAR Cup Series and Xfinity Series races from pole position, marking a rare milestone in NASCAR history. The race featured multiple cautions, a significant crash, and strategic pit stops, with van Gisbergen holding off competitors to secure his second Cup victory of the season and third of his career.

via NASCAR.com|
#chicago-street-race#cup-series#nascar
NASCAR Chicago Street Race: Fans Celebrate Third Day in Grant Park
sports1 year ago

NASCAR Chicago Street Race: Fans Celebrate Third Day in Grant Park

NASCAR's Chicago Street Race, held on city streets for three years, faces potential discontinuation due to weather issues and high costs, despite being a fan and driver favorite for its unique urban setting and successful promotion of new audiences. The event has faced weather setbacks and financial challenges but has also demonstrated NASCAR's willingness to innovate with street racing, making it a significant, if uncertain, part of the series' evolving calendar.

via The New York Times|
#chicago-street-race#nascar#race-popularity
sports1 year ago

Shane van Gisbergen Dominates Chicago Races with Multiple Wins and Pole

Shane van Gisbergen, the dominant driver on the Chicago Street Course, is favored to win again after securing pole position, with recent strong performances and momentum. The race features a challenging, slick street circuit with unpredictable weather, making track position crucial. Notable contenders include Michael McDowell, and the race is set for Sunday at 2 p.m. ET, broadcast on TNT Sports/truTV and other platforms.

via NASCAR.com|
#chicago-street-race#nascar#race-preview