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Chicago Sun-Times
Chicago Sun-Times
National
David Roeder

Singing after the rain: Race promoters praise NASCAR weekend, but deeper dives will come

Fans cheer as the green flag is waved to start the race during the Grant Park 220 NASCAR Street Race, Sunday, July 2, 2023. (Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times)

NASCAR weekend in Chicago has passed — with most participants getting soaked from the rain — and it’s now to be decided if anyone really got hosed.

Was the event, its competition disrupted and concerts canceled because of the weather, worth it financially or a promotional tool for the racing organization and the city? And will either side want to do it again? The contract gives ample leeway for the city or NASCAR to cancel the three-year deal.

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