NASCAR to return to Indianapolis oval in 2024
NASCAR racing on the Indianapolis oval will return in July 2024 for the 30th anniversary of NASCAR’s first visit to the famed facility, it was announced on Thursday
Both the NASCAR Xfinity Series and Cup Series will compete at Indianapolis on July 20 and July 21.
“While it’s been exciting to watch the NASCAR Cup and Xfinity Series drivers tackle the IMS road course over the last three years, being back on the oval for the 30th anniversary in a much-anticipated homecoming for drivers and fans alike,” Indianapolis track president Doug Boles said. “Whether you’ve been with us all 30 years or are a new fan, the celebration as we ‘come back around’ will be can’t-miss and truly unforgettable.”
“While it’s been exciting to watch the NASCAR Cup and Xfinity Series drivers tackle the IMS road course over the last three years, being back on the oval for the 30th anniversary in a much-anticipated homecoming for drivers and fans alike,” Indianapolis track president Doug Boles said. “Whether you’ve been with us all 30 years or are a new fan, the celebration as we ‘come back around’ will be can’t-miss and truly unforgettable.”
PPG will be the presenting sponsor of the Brickyard 400. The logo incorporates elements and colors from the inaugural Brickyard 400 logo from 1994.
“PPG is proud to return to the NASCAR Cup Series Brickyard 400 at IMS for its 30th anniversary as the primary entitlement sponsor,” Bryan Iams, PPG chief communications officer, said. “We are excited to see how our paints, coatings and specialty materials continue to transform the world of racing.”
NASCAR moved from the oval to the road course with the Xfinity Series in 2020. There were four different winners in its four races.
The Cup Series moved from the oval to the road course in 2021. Michael McDowell won the most recent race on the course.
“It’s always an honor to race at IMS, but it’s no secret that I’m excited for NASCAR’s return to the oval,” Kyle Larson said. “The Brickyard 400 is one of the crown jewels of the sport’s season. To win on the oval, especially during NASCAR’s 30th anniversary at the track, is to add your name to the history books. The competition will be fierce, but with strong support from Hendrick Motorsports and HendrickCars.com, I hope to bring the No. 5 Chevy to victory lane and kiss the bricks.”
Jeff Gordon won a record five Brickyard 400 races during his career, including the inaugural event. Kevin Harvick won the last two races NASCAR ran on the oval in 2019 and 2020.
“After three strong years on the IMS road course, it is momentous to return to the historic oval,” Ben Kennedy, NASCAR senior vice president of racing development strategy, said. “The history of motorsports permeates throughout IMS, so we look forward to celebrating the 30th anniversary of NASCAR at the Brickyard with the NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2024.”
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