This past weekend was the NASCAR Nationwide series at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet, Illinois. The STP 300, held Sunday, was won by Elliot Sadler. It was another big money win for him in “Dash for Cash.” Above you’ll see the stock cars being taken to the track from the haulers. … [Read more...] about NASCAR Nationwide Chicagoland Speedway Photo Journal
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Danica Patrick prepares for Chicagoland, “hometown” track (interview)
Danica Patrick has 17 starts on the NASCAR season with one top ten finish, an average start of 13.6 and average finish of 19.9. She's currently ninth in the NASCAR Nationwide Series points standings. Patrick’s position makes her the all-time highest ranked female in NNS competition this late into the season. This weekend at the STP 300, the Roscoe, Illinois (90 miles … [Read more...] about Danica Patrick prepares for Chicagoland, “hometown” track (interview)
James Buescher wins American Ethanol 225 at Chicagoland Speedway
Like country music recording artist Kip Moore said “there’s somethin’ ’bout a truck.” And there’s definitely something souped up about the pick-up trucks of the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series. James Buescher won the NCWTS American Ethanol 225 at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet, Illinois Saturday night. It was his third win this season, and in his 82 race career. … [Read more...] about James Buescher wins American Ethanol 225 at Chicagoland Speedway
Danica Patrick visits home state, contemplates doing the double (video)
Danica Patrick came back to her home state (Chicago's Oak Street Beach) to help promote Chicagoland Speedway's summer events. The Roscoe, Illinois native was back in her home state and greeted both media and fans. In the two videos below, she answers racing questions. The most searched female athlete on the internet talked about what she's learned in her first year of … [Read more...] about Danica Patrick visits home state, contemplates doing the double (video)
Daytona 500 Champion Matt Kenseth comes to Chicago (video)
This season’s Daytona 500 champion and Cambridge, Wisc. native, Matt Kenseth, stopped by the W Hotel Lakeshore for a fan event and Q&A hosted by Chicagoland Speedway. Kenseth, currently second in the 2012 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series points standings, will return to Chicagoland Speedway this September for the first race in the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup (think Stanley … [Read more...] about Daytona 500 Champion Matt Kenseth comes to Chicago (video)
NASCAR star Dale Earnhardt Jr. coming to Chicago
Dale Earnhardt Jr., winner of NASCAR’s NMPA Most Popular Driver Award for nine consecutive years, will join fans to kick off the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup. Earnhardt Jr., who currently sits in second place in the NASCAR Sprint Cup standings, will appear in Chicagoland Speedway’s Walter Football.comfor a question-and-answer session with fans on Sunday, September 16 … [Read more...] about NASCAR star Dale Earnhardt Jr. coming to Chicago
Duncan Keith Grand Marshal of Joliet NASCAR Event
Duncan Keith, star defenseman for the Chicago Blackhawks, will serve as Grand Marshal of the 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway on July 10, 2010. Keith, the 6-foot-1 fan favorite, made headlines during the historic run for the title through sheer stamina, strength and skill – especially after he returned to the ice less than seven minutes after … [Read more...] about Duncan Keith Grand Marshal of Joliet NASCAR Event