In 2024, NASCAR is returning to the Indianapolis Oval for the first time since 2020, 30 years after the first Brickyard 400. The story of NASCAR getting to Indy is an interesting one, and the first Brickyard 400 was nothing short of one of the most influential races in NASCAR history. A lot was at stake – Bragging rights, a win in front of 250,000 fans, and not to mention a check of $613,000 for the winning car. Let’s dive into the story of NASCAR’s first race at the most historic track in racing.
- Discover how The Brickyard 400 came to be
- Learn about the wild controversy surrounding the two Bodine brothers
- Relive the inaugural Brickyard 400 and the emotional win that put Jeff Gordon on the map
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