Brickyard 400 returns in July – NASCAR Racing

INDIANAPOLIS (WTHR) – The Big Machine Vodka 400 at Brickyard will be relocated in July.

A few years ago, he had gone from the last weekend of July to the last race of the season in September.

The decision was made because fans had complained about not enjoying the race in good weather in July. Attendance to the track for the race had decreased.

NASCAR has announced that the Brickyard 400 will be going to the July 4th weekend for 2020.

"There is no better place to hold a big party for our country's birthday than the world capital of motor sport," said IMS President J. Douglas Boles. "The weekend of July 4th is a celebration of patriotism and summer outings with family and friends, a Big Machine concert and NASCAR races on the Speedway combine these two traditions, creating a special celebration of the weekend. of independence! "

This year's race will be held on Sunday, September 8th.