NASCAR Nears 2026 San Diego Street Race Deal

NASCAR is nearing a deal with San Diego to host a street race as early as 2026, signaling the sport's return to Southern California following the closure of California Speedway in 2023. This would be NASCAR's second major street course in the U.S., after Chicago, as the organization seeks to expand its urban presence and audience. Negotiations are ongoing, with an official announcement expected next month, and the course layout has yet to be finalized. The proposal has sparked debate among fans, with some welcoming the innovation and others concerned about straying from tradition. The future of the Chicago Street Race remains uncertain, but NASCAR is considering how it could fit alongside a San Diego event. These developments occur as NASCAR faces ongoing legal disputes with some teams over charter agreements.