The NASCAR Cup Series is set to return to Watkins Glen International in September, with the schedule officially moving the event to the weekend of September 17‑19.
A Strategic Shift for the Series
The change places the historic road‑course race at the heart of The Chase for the NASCAR Cup, turning the weekend into a decisive moment for the drivers battling for the championship.
The move follows the most recent Cup race at the venue, which took place in May, and it signals a deliberate effort by series officials to reshape the playoff picture.
Defending champion Shane van Gisbergen is slated to compete again, adding extra intrigue as the New Zealand‑born driver looks to extend his recent dominance on the 2.45‑mile circuit.
Championship Implications
With the championship battle entering its final stretch, the Watkins Glen weekend promises to influence point totals and momentum heading into the season‑ending race.