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Friday, August 7, 2026
NASCAR star Chandler Smith threw out the ceremonial first pitch Thursday, Aug. 6 at Erlanger Stadium prior to the game with the Chattanooga Lookouts vs. the Knoxville Smokies. Smith, who drives the No. 38 Ford for Front Row Motorsports, was in town as part of a media tour to preview America’s Night Race weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway.
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08/07/26
From humble napkin sketches to a NASCAR icon, Bristol Motor Speedway was built fast in 1961, offering fans close-up, thrilling racing. Under Bruton Smith’s leadership from 1996, the track evolved into “The Last Great Colosseum,” expanding seating and enhancing the fan experience to an extraordinary level.
08/06/26
The 2027 Bristol Motor Speedway NASCAR season brings the Food City 500 back to its traditional April 9-11 weekend, celebrating springtime family traditions. The iconic Bass Pro Shops Night Race returns to August 12-14, reviving decades of legendary summer racing action under the lights at The Last Great Colosseum.
08/05/26
In the 1995 Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway, Terry Labonte held off Dale Earnhardt in a fierce final-lap battle. Labonte crossed first but crashed into the wall after contact with Earnhardt. This dramatic finish epitomized Bristol's intense short-track racing and became a legendary moment in NASCAR history.
08/03/26
The Bristol Night Race began in 1978, with Cale Yarborough winning the inaugural NASCAR Cup Series event. Known for its steep banks and tight quarters, the nighttime setting intensifies every move. Over decades, it has become a beloved NASCAR tradition filled with thrilling finishes and legendary moments.
