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NASCAR was considering making a move that would allow them to race in the streets of Chicago. Now that the city has given the go-ahead and is moving toward signing a contract with NASCAR, the question is how much money will the city make from it, given the current state of the city’s finances.

NASCAR has proposed for the city to host three races from 2023 to 2025 under the contract. According to the Chicago Suntimes, the city should receive a cut that would help with its financial troubles. After seeing the Tweet from Adam Stern regarding the financial prospect, fans had a lot to say. Some supported the idea of a street race, while others were critical of racing in the historic city.

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Even if the race takes place, it might not suit the Next-Gen cars of NASCAR.

Chase Elliott thinks that the Chicago street race could end up like the Formula One Monaco Grand Prix.

Meanwhile, there is concern that new cars might not be suited for a street circuit format. However, this type of event could bring in variety to generate a newfound interest in the sport for both current and new fans.

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Talking about the street race, Chase Elliott said, “We need to make sure it is a good event. The drivers may not like the track. It might not be ideal for us or whatever.”

“But when you are in the middle of a city, and you have the ability to draw that kind of crowd out to your race, you better make sure it’s put on well and done at a very high level, people have good spots to watch the race from, things to go do.”

“Just make it an event. That’s what it needs to be. It needs to be an event. I think as long as it’s that, and it’s done well, it will be a success whether the drivers like the track or not.”

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