CHICAGO (WLS) — NASCAR races have concluded as their agreement with the city ends.
Now, residents of Chicago and city officials are considering if the race will return downtown. Discussions may involve rescheduling the race for another date.
The dismantling of NASCAR setups is in progress but is expected to take about two weeks. The effects on Grant Park and the nearby areas are significant factors for downtown aldermen when deciding on future support for the race.
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Local officials are arranging a meeting with NASCAR to discuss conditions for potentially bringing the race back next year. While many have noted improvements this year, the aim is to avoid scheduling it on the Fourth of July weekend.
Some Chicagoans are enthusiastic about the possibility of NASCAR returning. “It’s such a great thing,” stated Colleen Ritter, a downtown resident. “I walked here just to see the cars.”
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The recent weekend marked the end of NASCAR’s three-year contract in Chicago, but options exist to extend it through 2026 and 2027.
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