Chicagoland’s Success Could Force NASCAR Into a Tough 2027 Decision

For seven years, Chicagoland Speedway sat silent.Its future as a NASCAR Cup Series venue seemed increasingly uncertain as the sport shifted its focus toward new markets and marquee street races. But after Sunday’s eero 400, that conversation suddenly feels very different.A sold-out crowd, compelling side-by-side racing and a dramatic finish between Chase Briscoe and Christopher Bell gave NASCAR exactly the kind of event it hoped for when it brought the Cup Series back to Joliet.The problem