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Richmond Raceway to lose spring NASCAR race as series shifts event to Mexico City

Richmond Raceway has been a staple in the NASCAR Cup Series, hosting two races annually since 1958, except for the 2020 season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Trevor Dickerson

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According to a spokesperson, Richmond Raceway will no longer host its spring race on the 2025 NASCAR calendar, bringing the track down to just one major race annually.

This change is part of NASCAR’s decision to introduce a new race in Mexico City to the Cup Series, leading to the removal of Richmond’s April event. Richmond Raceway has been a staple in the NASCAR Cup Series, hosting two races annually since 1958, except for the 2020 season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

During a media briefing on Tuesday, Ben Kennedy, NASCAR’s Executive Vice President and Chief of Venue & Racing Innovation, emphasized the organization’s ongoing commitment to Richmond. “Richmond remains a vital part of our schedule and an important market for our fans,” Kennedy stated. “The track has produced some thrilling moments in recent years, and we’re eager to continue racing there in the future.”

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Trevor Dickerson is the Editor and Co-Founder of RVAHub.