The First Cup Series Street Course Race

NASCAR is exploring new terrain both literally and figuratively this year with the running of the first Cup Series street course race, held in downtown Chicago. The event – scheduled for July 2 – is expected to attract a large and diverse audience while showcasing the United States’ premier stock-car racing series in one of the country’s most metropolitan areas. The track’s design originated in the realm of iRacing and was so popular with drivers who competed on the virtual Chicago street course that NASCAR decided to use it in real life. So, it’s safe to assume that the drivers who’ve raced virtually in the Windy City might have a leg up. But, nevertheless, this race should be a can’t-miss affair that will give NASCAR some fresh exposure in an important market.