NASCAR’s Clash Is Headed Back to the Madhouse in 2026. Bring a Helmet.
NASCAR’s opening act returns to Bowman Gray — where the walls are close, the fans are louder, and the chaos is guaranteed.
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The Future for NASCAR’s Season-Opening Clash Could Include Rotating Venue, International Possibilities
Two weeks removed from an overwhelmingly popular Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium, NASCAR executive vice president and chief venue and racing innovations officer Ben Kennedy shared his vision for future versions of the season-opening exhibition event.
The Clash Finds a New Home: Bowman Gray Delivers Electric NASCAR Show
It’s not hyperbole to describe Sunday night’s Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium as an unequivocal success.
Madness at The Madhouse: Elliott Takes Clash Victory in Historic Return
If you thought “The Madhouse” was just a catchy nickname for the chaotic, fender-bending short-track racing at Bowman Gray, think again.
Elliott Fastest in Practice, Flawless in Heat Race to Earn Clash Pole
It was a great night for NASCAR’s most popular driver.
From Daytona to Bowman Gray—Is an International NASCAR Clash Next?
From its inception in 1979 through 2021, the NASCAR Clash, which ran under a variety of appellations, was part of early-season activities at Daytona International Speedway.
From Kid Racer to Cup Champion: Blaney’s Full Circle Moment at Bowman Gray
Ryan Blaney’s memory isn’t crystal clear when it comes to his exploits at the historic venue that will host Sunday’s Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium.
NASCAR’s Clash at Bowman Gray Kicks Off the Season with a Blast from the Past
The season-opening Clash is an institution in NASCAR.
The Clash meets The Madhouse as NASCAR’s season will open at Bowman Gray in 2025
Winston-Salem, North Carolina’s Bowman Gray Stadium will host the season-opening Clash exhibition race in 2025, NASCAR executive vice president Ben Kennedy announced Saturday at the track.
Seeing the championship logo on his firesuit is nice little reminder for Ryan Blaney
NASCAR Cup Series champion Ryan Blaney arrived in Southern California for Saturday’s Busch Light Clash at the Coliseum poised to start the momentum toward a second title