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NASCAR 2026: Road Course Weekend in Austin and St. Pete

2/27/2026

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Summary

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NASCAR's 2026 season features a road course weekend at Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas, and St. Petersburg, Florida.
The DuraMAX Texas Grand Prix is set for Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. ET.
Tyler Reddick leads the Cup Series standings with 125 points.
Practice and qualifying sessions will be held, with coverage by FOX, Prime Video, and SiriusXM.

History

Historical Context

Founded in 1952 by Bill France Sr. in Daytona Beach, Florida, NASCAR has evolved significantly, hosting over 1,500 races. The 2026 season will feature 32 oval races and 4 non-oval events, including a street race at Naval Base Coronado, reflecting NASCAR's strategy to diversify and engage new audiences in motorsport entertainment.

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Story summary

NASCAR's 2026 season features a road course weekend at Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas, and St. Petersburg, Florida.
The DuraMAX Texas Grand Prix is set for Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. ET.
Tyler Reddick leads the Cup Series standings with 125 points.
Practice and qualifying sessions will be held, with coverage by FOX, Prime Video, and SiriusXM.

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