NASCAR CEO Steve O’Donnell Faces Harsh Reality as Fans Push Back

CONCORD, NORTH CAROLINA - MAY 22: NASCAR Chief Executive Officer Steve O’Donnell addresses the passing of Kyle Busch during a press conference at Charlotte Motor Speedway on May 22, 2026 in Concord, North Carolina. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images) GettyNASCAR CEO Steve O’Donnell has admitted that the sport moved too far from its traditional identity while trying to attract new fans. Speaking on the Racin’ With The Boys podcast, O’Donnell said NASCAR made changes t