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NASCAR Confirms Homestead-Miami Speedway as 2026 Championship Host

The iconic Florida track will host the season finale for the first time since 2019, as NASCAR shifts to a rotating championship venue model.

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Overview

  • Homestead-Miami Speedway is officially set to host NASCAR's 2026 championship races for the Cup, Xfinity, and Truck Series.
  • This marks the return of the championship weekend to Homestead after a five-year stint at Phoenix Raceway, which began in 2020.
  • NASCAR plans to implement a rotating model for future championship finales, with Phoenix remaining part of the rotation and retaining two Cup Series dates annually.
  • Homestead is undergoing significant facility upgrades to enhance fan amenities, addressing past criticisms of the venue's infrastructure.
  • The move is expected to generate an estimated $350 million economic boost for the Homestead area, underscoring the high stakes for host cities.