Does NASCAR Have Too Many Road Courses? | The Cutline

Road courses are taking over — and Brad Keselowski isn’t having it. In a bold tweet, Brad voiced his frustration over the evolving NASCAR schedule, lamenting the shift from two road course races to six, possibly seven next year. His concern? Losing another oval in favor of turning left and right. But this sparked a deeper conversation: What defines a complete driver, and what should the identity of NASCAR truly be?

• Brad argues that too many wins on just one track type doesn’t make you the best — versatility does.
• Should NASCAR only crown drivers who master all styles: short tracks, superspeedways, ovals, and road courses?
• Some cling to oval racing as NASCAR’s “true” identity — but is that just nostalgia talking?
• Armany counters: fans lose their minds over adding superspeedway, too, so why single out road courses?

In a sport where tradition clashes with evolution, the schedule isn’t just a calendar — it’s a battleground. As NASCAR continues testing its limits with new venues and styles, drivers and fans alike are asking: What should the future look like?

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