NASCAR won't race in Mexico City in 2026. Which speedway could return?

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NASCAR will not return to Mexico City's Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez in 2026.

Chicagoland Speedway is expected to replace the Mexico City race on the 2026 NASCAR schedule.

NASCAR in Mexico City will remain a one-off for now.

The Athletic reported Wednesday that NASCAR will not return to Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez in 2026. What’s expected to fill that slot on the schedule?

None other than a comeback of Chicagoland Speedway. NASCAR has not raced there since 2019.

Why is NASCAR not returning to Mexico City in 2026?

In June, Mexico City became the first international city to host a points-paying Cup Series event since 1958. Shane van Gisbergen won by a 16-second margin.

Finding a return date for next summer proved challenging for NASCAR and the city, thou