The 2026 schedule is officially here. While 2024 can be described as ‘experimental,’ with an international race south of the border, the upcoming Cup Series campaign looks refined, featuring some classics and the much-awaited San Diego street race on a naval base.

Adding to it is the North Wilkesboro Speedway which is also returning as a full points-paying stop for the first time since 1996. But Wilkesboro is coming at the expense of Dover, which will host the All-Star race at the Monster Mile. Now, while fans are satisfied with the track selection for the upcoming season, there were bound to be a few misses. So, here are six venues NASCAR fans would’ve secretly liked to see back on the calendar;

1) Daytona (fourth of July weekend)

The Firecracker 400 at Daytona International Speedway

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