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.