AVONDALE, ARIZONA – NOVEMBER 04: NASCAR President Steve Phelps (L) and NASCAR Executive Vice President Steve O’Donnell speak to the media during the NASCAR annual State of the Sport address at Phoenix Raceway on November 04, 2022, in Avondale, Arizona. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
NASCAR leadership is optimistic about the future of the sport during Championship Weekend at Phoenix Raceway
PHOENIX, Ariz. – In a wide-ranging hour-long question and answer session Friday morning at Phoenix Raceway, NASCAR President Steve Phelps and Chief Operating Officer Steve O’Donnell addressed the media, delivering an upbeat update on the state of the sport and addressing issues from scheduling, leadership, diversity and the status of the Next Gen car heading into the 2023 season, which marks the sport’s 75th anniversary.
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Our guest on this episode is…
Ricky Brooks
Director of Inspections at Five Flags Speedway as he prepares for the upcoming Snowball Derby. His expertise is valued at several premier racing events around the country.
This episode centers aroundPhoenix Racewayfor the NASCAR Cup, Xfinity, Truck, and ARCA West championship races. We also offer a few updates from the ARCA Menards and ARCA East Series as time permits.
Kyle Larson has a sensational season with a NASCAR Cup Series championship on Sunday afternoon at Phoenix Raceway.
One last race for four drivers to fight over one championship. It all takes place at Phoenix Raceway. 312 laps on a track that races just like a short track but can be way meaner. Drivers often have issues dealing with the high temperatures. Whether it is the slick racing surface, the resin to add grip, or brake issues, Phoenix Raceway always gives drivers problems.
