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IndyCar’s announcement that its season finale will switch from Nashville’s revised street course to an oval the series last used in 2008 came out of nowhere. Jack Benyon asks why it’s happened and what it means for both IndyCar and the event’s future
The Nashville street race has been a thrilling addition to the IndyCar calendar, but due to the stadium redevelopment, it’s moving to an oval track this year. This shift is necessary as the team lacked the required space and facilities downtown. With the new mayor, approval for changes to keep the race in the city would’ve taken until April. The move to the oval track was forced upon the race organizer, indicating insufficient planning beforehand. It’s a significant change that impacts the IndyCar calendar, now featuring three races on new tracks for 2024. The future of the event and its relation to the series remain uncertain, tied to the evolving circumstances in Nashville.
