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According to comments made by Thermal Club founder and owner Tim Rogers, the NTT IndyCar Series may not be returning to the privately-owned California track next season. IndyCar has taken a trip to the exclusive motor club for each of the past three years, including a $1 million exhibition event in 2024 and a full […]
According to Thermal Club founder Tim Rogers, the NTT IndyCar Series may not return to the California track next season due to financial challenges and scheduling constraints.
The exclusive motor club has hosted IndyCar events for the past three years, including an exhibition event and a points-paying race.
Despite the event’s success with limited fans in attendance, Rogers expressed doubts about hosting a race next year.
IndyCar has not finalized its schedule for next year, leaving uncertainty about the potential return to Thermal Club.
Rogers mentioned the need for a title sponsor and infrastructure improvements to make future races financially viable.
If a multi-year deal with IndyCar can be arranged, Rogers is willing to invest in more facilities, but such an agreement has not been reached yet.
IndyCar typically announces its schedule late in the season, so it may be a while before the full details of the 2026 season are confirmed.
