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Friday, July 31, 2026
Bristol Motor Speedway President and General Manager Jerry Caldwell was inducted into the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026 on July 11th during a ceremony at the Omni Hotel in Nashville. The Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame honors individuals who have made a lasting impact on the history of sports in the state of Tennessee.
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07/31/26
The first NASCAR Cup Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway took place on July 30, 1961, then known as Bristol International Speedway. Jack Smith won the Volunteer 500, aided by relief driver Johnny Allen, reflecting the endurance and teamwork that defined early NASCAR and the track's demanding, fast-paced nature.
07/28/26
Kaulig Racing announced today that Suburban Propane, a nationwide distributor of propane, renewable energy alternatives and related products and services, will serve as the primary sponsor of AJ Allmendinger's No. 16 in the NASCAR Cup Series Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway on Saturday, September 19.
07/28/26
Bristol Motor Speedway, known as "The Last Great Colosseum," is famous for its short 0.533-mile concrete oval and steep banking that create intense, high-speed racing. Opened in 1961, it offers a unique NASCAR experience filled with history, legendary drivers, and a stadium-like atmosphere amplified by the massive Colossus TV.
07/22/26
Bristol Motor Speedway’s 500-lap NASCAR race covers 266.5 miles on a 0.533-mile concrete oval known as The World’s Fastest Half-Mile. The relentless pace demands rhythm, patience, and short-track skill, while the stadium-like atmosphere amplifies the intensity making every lap and moment unforgettable.