NASCAR faced a wave of criticism for its initial decision to restrict fan access to the qualifying race for the Daytona 500. The fans' outcry was loud and clear, leading to a complete reversal from NASCAR.
A First for NASCAR
In a groundbreaking announcement, NASCAR declared that fans will be granted free access to the LA Coliseum on the track day for the Busch Light Clash. This decision came after their initial plan to limit access faced severe backlash. "Even non-ticket holders can watch the qualifying, practice, and heat races for the Cup Series and Mexico Series," stated NASCAR Senior Vice President Ben Kennedy.
The Future of the Clash
With the agreement with the Coliseum nearing its end in 2024, NASCAR's future venue for the Busch Light Clash hangs in the balance. This makes the decision to open access even more significant, as LA fans may not get another chance to witness the event in their city.