NASCAR has taken over management of Bowman Gray Stadium, a historic short track located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Built-in 1937, the stadium has a rich racing history, serving as the first weekly racing series for NASCAR in 1949.
Previously leased by Winston-Salem Speedway, Inc., the stadium is now under NASCAR’s management, with the lease extending until December 2050.
The track has seen NASCAR Cup Series events from 1958 to 1971. With “The Clash at the Coliseum” ending in 2025, this move opens up the possibility of bringing back Cup Series races to Bowman Gray Stadium.
Ben Kennedy, NASCAR’s Senior Vice President of Racing Development and Strategy, expressed gratitude for the historic significance of Bowman Gray Stadium and emphasized NASCAR’s commitment to preserving its legacy.
Kennedy also highlighted NASCAR’s partnership with the City of Winston-Salem to ensure the stadium’s continued role as a racing hub for future generations.
Winston-Salem Mayor Allen Joines echoed the sentiment, noting the stadium’s integral role in the city’s history and expressing delight over NASCAR’s acquisition. Joines emphasized NASCAR’s commitment to maintaining the stadium’s weekly races, which are popular among both locals and visitors.
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Austin Shuford has been appointed as the new general manager of racing operations at Bowman Gray Stadium. Shuford expressed excitement and honour at the opportunity to preserve and enhance the stadium’s legacy, thanking NASCAR for the chance to entertain race fans throughout the year.
With NASCAR at the helm, Bowman Gray Stadium looks set to continue its legacy as a cherished venue in the racing world.
