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NASCAR Appoints Steve Phelps as First Commissioner

4/1/2025

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NASCAR has made history by appointing Steve Phelps as its inaugural Commissioner, taking charge of all operations, including IMSA and 15 tracks. With a tenure at NASCAR since 2005 and President since 2018, Phelps aims to drive strategic growth and expand internationally. Steve O'Donnell steps in as President, overseeing daily operations, effective immediately.

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Story summary

NASCAR has made history by appointing Steve Phelps as its inaugural Commissioner, taking charge of all operations, including IMSA and 15 tracks. With a tenure at NASCAR since 2005 and President since 2018, Phelps aims to drive strategic growth and expand internationally. Steve O'Donnell steps in as President, overseeing daily operations, effective immediately.