Bristol Motor Speedway Owner’s Rejected Brainchild Could Have Prevented NASCAR’s 2023 Season’s Biggest Adversity

Bristol Motor Speedway is a special place among all of NASCAR’s scheduled tracks. However, blizzards, snowstorms, and rains are common natural phenomena in the region and have often intervened in NASCAR’s plans.

The Problem

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This season, rain has been a significant reason for many drivers’ woes as it either affects the track conditions or shortens the race. 17 race days have been either delayed, suspended, or worsened the race with inclement weather.

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The Solution

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In 2017, Bristol Motor Speedway track owner Bruton Smith seriously considered proposing building a roof over the iconic speedway. Smith’s plan was focused on creating a blockade of concrete that would keep the track away from any effects of weather.

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The Outcome

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When the plan was proposed in a discussion of authorities responsible for it, it was deemed to be an arduous task for the engineers. The roof would have been exposed to an unbelievable amount of snow, rain, and debris that comes with such weather.

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