Montreal May Make a NASCAR Return

Adam Stern reports that NASCAR is actively in talks with Montreal on bringing Circuit Gilles Villeneuve back to NASCAR. He says that NASCAR is looking at coming to the track as soon as next year.

.@NASCAR is in discussions with entities in Montreal about possibly bringing the racing series back to the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve as soon as next year, according to people familiar with the matter, potentially with the Cup Series for the first time. https://t.co/nMdFxAYgEu

— Adam Stern (@A_S12) June 7, 2023

• Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal was constructed and hosted its’ first Canadian Grand Prix in 1978. It hosts the Formula One Canadian Grand Prix every year, and it hosted the NASCAR Xfinity Series from 2007 until 2012.
• NASCAR has been more aggressive in terms of its’ schedule over the last few years with new events such as the Chicago Street Race, Nashville, and the LA Coliseum. Stern further reports that Steve Phelps said that, “Our 2024 schedule will probably be the most aggressive we’ve ever had in terms of continued variation (with new markets and tracks)”.
• Fans on social media raved about this move. Many fans want to see Montreal back on the NASCAR schedule in some capacity.

Around the Garage

Brett Griffin likes this idea.

In the Stands

I know Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, he’s a friend from work!

Luis wants to see this happen.

Make sure it is not expired Tom Engels Desk.

Kyle Lawler has a weekend idea.

Chas Hackett likes this potential move.

Not happening in all likelihood, but it is an option.

Hey, multiple races in Canada is a pretty cool idea.

Yes indeed David Rhodes.

On Your Screen

July 4th in Canada? I mean…dang.

Maybe we all will.

S1apSh0es is excited

JettMDK is speaking in ALL CAPS.

RealRadman is excited!

Darian views this as a potential replacement for Chicago should Chicago not go well.

Since the Chicago Street Course is looking like a one & done I think it makes sense to add Montreal.

Circuit Gilles Villeneuve puts on a fantastic product and it’ll be packed for Cup 🇨🇦

— Darian Gilliam (@BlackFlagMatter) June 7, 2023

From the Pressbox

Matthew Dillner likes this idea.

This would be a massively popular move if NASCAR were to return to Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal. It is one of the best racing faclilites in North America, and the local market would certainly support the race.