Here is what you should know about the 2022 NASCAR Cup Series race in the St. Louis area
The long wait for NASCAR's Cup Series in Madison, Illinois has ended.
World Wide Technology Raceway, a 1.25-mile oval just minutes from St. Louis, will host NASCAR's top series Sunday, June 5. NASCAR's Camping World Truck Series will hold a race at the same track at 12:30 p.m. CT June 4.
Here is what you need to know about the Enjoy Illinois 300 presented by TicketSmarter Cup Series race.
What time is the NASCAR Cup Series race?
The Enjoy Illinois 300 begins at 2:30 p.m.
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What channel is the Enjoy Illinois 300 race on?
The Cup Series race will be broadcast on FS1.
Where can I find tickets to the Enjoy Illinois 300?
Tickets to the Cup Series race have sold out. However, tickets are still available for the Camping World Truck Series race and can be purchased here.
How long is the Enjoy Illinois 300?
Drivers will complete 240 laps around the World Wide Technology Raceway (or 300 miles).
Has NASCAR's Cup Series been to Illinois before?
NASCAR's top series has been to the state on many occasions. From 2001 until 2019, the Camping World 400 was held at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet.
Has NASCAR been to World Wide Technology Raceway before?
The track previously hosted NASCAR’s junior circuit — currently known as the Xfinity Series — and continues to hold IndyCar and NHRA events.
Are there any current NASCAR drivers from Illinois?
Justin Allgaier, who was born in Spaulding and raised in Riverton, races full-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series for JR Motorsports. He is currently fourth in the standings. Allgaier has also competed in the Cup Series, earning one career top-10 finish.
This article originally appeared on State Journal-Register: 2022 NASCAR Cup Series: What to know about the St. Louis-area race
