Despite those challenges, NASCAR pulled off as solid of an event as it could. As the Daytona 500 inches forward, NASCAR fans can rejoice in the fact that there will be no crowd restrictions in 2022. Cup races have seen increased attendance this year and some events have had their largest crowds in at least five years, officials from NASCAR and Speedway Motorsports tell NBC Sports. Timely, daily updates provide the latest developments and news relied upon by industry leaders. Although the Coliseum can typically hold around 78,000 people, NASCAR expects attendance to be around 60,000. "It's just so wild," Chastain, 29, says of his Trackhouse Racing Camaro. NASCAR 101: A thread for new 14 Mahindra Tractors Ford, is assisted by the NASCAR Safety Team after an on-track incident during the NASCAR Cup Series GEICO 500 at Talladega Superspeedway. It sold out all 38,000 seats at Nashville, where it added temporary seating to its 25,000 permanent grandstands. What we learned on the final day of F1 testing in Bahrain. ago How much were tickets this year? Tennis, NFL, and eSports. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Ty Gibbs is one of just two rookies in the Cup Series this season. Has Alonso made the right choice gambling on Aston Martin F1? Does everyone in the paddock understand there are still a lot of races remaining, a large chunk of which still have to fight football for eyeballs in the fall? 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"I don't know if that will continue as the races and years go by with this car, but right now it's crazy.". It was cool. "The health and relevance of the sport, in general, is trending positively," NASCAR Chief Marketing Officer Pete Jung said. The 23-year-old from Boston started last year's race in 40th place and finished in 28th place. We live in Delaware, we would love to watch qualifying for the cup series on Saturday for Dover. April 29, 2022 at 6:22 AM. "Us old veterans, we make our mistakes too. In his progress, doctors are happy where he is. Harper hit .286 with 18 homers and 65 RBIs in 99 games in 2022. We figured it would be less crowded, shorter and not a financial investment (50 bucks total) if he hated it. Published March 1, 2022 NASCARs ratings keep dropping compared to previous years NASCAR's ratings continue to fall as another bad record has A report from Fox News is expecting a full house at the Daytona International Speedway for the race on February 20. With average race day attendance 88,555. Hamlin's Team 23XI (co-owned by Michael Jordan) started the 2021 season without a finished race shop but still won in the fall with Bubba Wallace. Be the first one to comment on this story. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. "Congratulations, NASCAR. This is such a huge step in our industry.". The organization cited the exit of Buschs longtime sponsor, M&Ms, as a reason for not renewing his contract, but fans rolled their eyes at that when team owner Joe Gibbs grandson, Ty Gibbs, predictably filled Buschs spot. Question for the people on the sub who tend to know what makes good racing: How do you expect the new cars to race on Dover? Hes been the fastest driver in the Cup series through two races. Sunday at the Coliseum wasnt weird. It was "like a short-track race at a superspeedway." Here are four reasons why the Pennzoil 400 will be worth watching when the drivers start their engines at 12:30 p.m. Sunday. WebThe average attendance in 2022 for NASCAR races has increased to capacity in all locations except Kansas, Texas, and Darlington. Among them will be defending champion Kyle Larson leading the Hendrick Motorsports charge. At its tracks this year, its database shows that 30% of attendees are new, and new When NASCAR rolled out the Next Gen car that debuted this season, they promised a super-durable, one-size-fits-all-tracks machine that could take a licking and keep on racing. Has Alonso chosen the right team? The Speedways capacity has twice been downsized, from a high of 140,000 seats to its current total of 80,000. So Race Electronics are not available at the track anymore? Anyone have any info on the Ally Hospitality seats at Sonoma? Hes also starting to think about doing a weekend trip to Charlotte. "Weve made strides the past several years with the U.S. Hispanic market, and were investing more to build relevance and connection with the African-American market.". NASCAR 101: A thread for new fans, returning fans, and even current fans to ask any questions they've always wanted to And if it gets universal or as universal as possible approval that it could improve the show, then go for it. Sorry, something went wrong with the copy but here is the link for you. Finally, McDowells 2021 win also proved that some other teams could be dark horses for the win. "A lot of us in the industry forgot that we're in a pretty cool sport," NASCAR Executive Vice President Steve ODonnell said. 18+, UK residents only, T&Cs Apply, Gamble Responsibly, Susie Wolff appointed managing director of F1 Academy, Tost: No foundation to AlphaTauri F1 team sale rumours. "We doubled our resources on multicultural thats people, marketing budgets, content, media and if you think of a year where we had to tighten our belts, that was a true commitment that the board was doubling down," Jung said. Our ten year old started asking to go to a race last year. "This was an amazing event," he said. Do we think the new cars might make it a little more racey than it has been in the recent past? Some of it also is behind the scenes, working with marketing agency Cashmere, which specializes in marketing to diverse audiences. Indianapolis Motor Speedway has been approved for attendance of 135,000 in the grandstands for the Indianapolis 500 on May 30, a little more than half of its Ricky Stenhouse Jr. won the annual season-opening Daytona 500 on February 19, becoming the 20th driver since the start of the 2022 NASCAR Cup Series season to capture a checkered flag. We have hot passes with McLeods team. Michael Dunlop announces Isle of Man TT 2023 plans, Michael Dunlop announces Isle of Man TT 2023 plans In this inter And who could guarantee that the four-inch layer of asphalt wouldn't come apart after curing for just a few weeks prior to the 150-lap event? 13 of 64 Sign up for the FOX Sports NASCAR Newsletter with Bob Pockrass! As of the time of writing, the 2022 Superspeedway package has yet to be finalized. 39 of 62. With the new variant plaguing the world, there are concerns about Daytona International Speedways attendance. Still, we want to give you the opportunity to enjoy an ad-free and tracker-free website and to continue using your adblocker. These days aren't exactly like those, but they are a heckuva lot closer than anyone could have possibly believed. "Congratulations, NASCAR. The 2022 NASCAR Cup Series season is steadily approaching. FOX: NASCAR (@NASCARONFOX) March 27, 2022. "[My] last couple wins have been on some weird racetracks. ago Think I paid ~$400 for a 3-day pass at turn 9 this year. William Byron won the race for Hendrick Motorsports (AP, 3/20). "It's been a while since we've been here, so hopefully we put on a good show for you," Watkins Glen winner Kyle Larson told the fans after his win Sunday at a track that did not host a race last year. But this years first NASCAR stopthe second will take place in October during the sports playoffs is a good opportunity to start paying attention again, if not get back into the grandstands themselves. Evaluating NASCARs business operations and economic health became more difficult the past couple of years. Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) president and CEO Geoff Cooper is pleased with attendance at this year's National Ethanol Conference in Orlando. "[Well] really think about what the future might look like, both for being here at the L.A. More than two decades of archival stories, profiles, research and data. I listen to the DJD regularly. I have an extra ticket for Sundays race and youd be sitting next to me and couple people. Floyd Mayweather Jr. and his The Money Team are reportedly close to sealing a deal to be a part of the Daytona 500 later this month. We are continuing to build fan engagement through our high-quality broadcast, enhanced content on F1 TV, social channels and new immersive experiences including the F1 Arcade and F1 Exhibition products. WebThe 2022 NASCAR Cup Series race schedule from NASCAR.com has race dates, times and TV and radio broadcast details plus ticket information. But the Watkins Glen race is already solid, and there definitely is a feeling of its not broke, dont fix it. 2. The latest personnel hires and promotions, plus exclusive ratings and research from the sports industry. With the addition of an entertainment lineup featuring Pitbull, Ice Cube and DJ Skee, the occasion looks set to be a crowd-puller. We decided to take him to the Xfinity race in Richmond a few weeks ago to see if he would like it. Of course, the COVID-19 virus is still lingering around like a stubborn blemish that refuses to go away. WebThe 10 teams shared total payments of $1.157bn between them in 2022, compared with $1.068bn the previous year. He joined FOX Sports in 2019 following stints at ESPN, Sporting News, NASCAR Scene magazine and The (Daytona Beach) News-Journal. Daytona track president said yesterday no capacity limits the protocols will be same as they were in August -- must wear a mask if indoors. Top race day attendance 141,000 at Silverstone. Its been a few years since I been to Kansas. Its recent financial report indicates that the move created a boost. It would be stupid to mess with something just to make a change, so if NASCAR wants to use the boot, it needs to be sure it would significantly improve the product. The RV parking spots are also booked up at the Daytona International Speedway. In the Las Vegas record books, only Jimmie Johnson sits above Logano with four career wins. Please logout and login again. What makes that more encouraging is that the Dover race in May this year was limited to 20,000 people, and without that limit, it would have generated more revenue. Please logout and login again. Sign up for the FOX Sports NASCAR Newsletter with Bob Pockrass! NASCAR went racing with closed grandstands at many events. Where are F1 2023 absentees Vettel, Ricciardo and Schumacher? Any tips for the Indy race this weekend? LOS ANGELES Sorry, Daytona International Speedway, but the preseason Clash probably should never return to NASCARs most iconic venue. NASCAR doesn't release attendance numbers, but series track execs say that in-person crowds are also up by double-digits over 2021. The key factors behind F1s Premier League-style managerial revolving door, The tangible steps Alpine has taken to meeting its humble F1 2023 targets, The tangible steps Alpine has taken to meeting its humble F1 2023 targets Got a quick question about the water at Dover for RVs. WebThe 10 teams shared total payments of $1.157bn between them in 2022, compared with $1.068bn the previous year. Potable and non-potable water info can be found here - https://www.doverspeedway.com/campground-info-policies/. https://t.co/1q6T8SL1Zv, Bob Pockrass (@bobpockrass) January 13, 2022. All rights reserved. The only question after Sunday it appeared that there were at least 50,000 in attendance is whether NASCAR will return next year or take this temporary bullring idea around the country, a la hockeys Winter Classic. NASCAR owns 11 of the 23 venues on the 2021 NASCAR Cup schedule. Hell be driving the No. The 10 teams shared total payments of $1.157bn between them in 2022, compared with $1.068bn the previous year. Media rights revenue increased for the full year due to growth in F1 TV subscription revenue and increased fees under new and renewed contractual agreements, and sponsorship revenue increased due to the recognition of revenue from new sponsors.. Logano, who hails from Middletown, Connecticut, went on to win again three weeks later at the 2022 NASCAR Cup Series Championship Race in Phoenix, capturing his second career title. Look it up! "You give us a new car and limited practice each weekend and it definitely opens the door of opportunity for a lot of guys to figure some stuff out, and some not to," said Ryan Blaney, who is second in the championship standings but winless this year. In fact, seven of the top 10 drivers in the championship standing have walked the Earth for 29 years or fewer. Bring them on. There were also angry drivers; Ryan Blaney threw a piece of equipment at the car of Erik Jones. Noah Gragson, who grew up in Las Vegas and began his career in local races at the speedway. NASCAR now faces the challenge that those new fans remain fans. Admissions revenue for most tracks was public through 2018, and the sport had seen drops in admissions revenue for 11 consecutive years. Because it was unique. So, what have we learned? There were plenty of well-deserved smiles after the Clash, from NASCAR executives to the person who unexpectedly joined this video. I'm curious if Dover has the same? Daytona track president said yesterday no capacity limits the protocols will be same as they were in August -- must wear a mask if indoors. I would say spend the money and get the Ignition Garage pass if you havent done it before. 2023 Leaders Group. "Change the geometry, the suspension, shim the body a little bit, and then go race. The Coliseum capacity for football is now 77,500. Joey Logano holds off Kyle Busch in the last five laps to win The Clash at the Coliseum. That new car has provided teams with fewer resources a better chance to compete against goliaths of the sport like Hendrick Motorsports (Chevrolet), Team Penske (Ford) and Joe Gibbs Racing (Toyota). Atlanta Motor Speedway and Bristol Motor Speedway both confirmed their biggest spring crowds since 2014 and 2017, respectively. While NASCAR wont talk about its financials, it is talking about seeing attendance shift to a younger fan base, a pivotal and key element to any potential growth. July 10, 2022 Bryan Gable Sunday marked the second NASCAR Cup Series race at the recently redesigned Atlanta Motor Speedway. What a shitty and stupid idea especially considering no one told fans when they bought tickets and for years you could get it at the track. Race Timings for NASCAR Cup, Truck, Xfinity and ARCA Series, Full Spectrum Services LLP 2022 | All Rights Reserved. They spent the next few years keeping most of those kids out of Victory Lane. 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WebHes doing great from the recovery perspective, Dombrowski said, via ESPN. So has Brad Keselowski, who bought into now-Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing, a team that immediately won a Duel 150 qualifying race at Daytona but has yet to earn a top five points-paying finish. A tweet by Adam Stern seemed to confirm Mayweather and TMT's interest. There were plenty of attendees sporting NASCAR clothes. How do you go, do you have to buy a ticket for the xfinity race to watch the cup race qualifying?? It feels like only a matter of time before Logano ties Johnsons all-time mark, given how he has performed in Las Vegas. First time at Indy. FIFA World Cup - Best Goals from Every Angle, Draw for the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023, Joey Logano holds off Kyle Busch in the last five laps to win The Clash at the Coliseum. A sport that sometimes needs a swift kick in the butt to make changes decided to make a huge, huge change. Such growth has been spurred by a variety of factors, including the racing, NASCARs changes on and off the track and new He got a lemonade and then sat and watched the entire Xfinity race. Gragson is already a polarizing figure in racing circles due to a confrontational and outspoken attitude, not unlike the one for which Busch has been known throughout his career. The 24-year-old Bishop Gorman High graduate gets a well-deserved promotion to the Cup Series after dominating the secondary Xfinity Series the past two years. After staging an electric afternoon at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, NASCAR deserves to take a victory lap for going out on a limb and spending millions of dollars to convert the facility into a racetrack. "Of all the Clashes, this is probably the biggest Clash win you can imagine," Logano said after his victory. 5:07 p.m.: Chastain and Truex have made pit stops. 9 [deleted] 4 mo. If anyone is interested let me know !!! 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