Chris Buescher earned victory last weekend at Richmond, capturing his third career Cup win. It was RFK Racing’s first win of the 2023 season.
Martin Truex Jr. remains in control of the regular season championship, 39pts ahead of Joe Gibbs Racing team-mate Denny Hamlin.
Michael McDowell still holds the 16th and final spot in the playoffs, 18 points ahead of rookie Ty Gibbs.
Kevin Harvick is the defending winner at Michigan, beating Bubba Wallace to the checkered flag last year.
Corey LaJoie has recently reached an agreement with Spire Motorsports to extend his contract for multiple years.
Shane van Gisbergen will make his NASCAR oval debut in the Truck Series race at IRP, driving for Niece Motorsports.
The 2024 inductees for the NASCAR Hall of Fame were announced, including Jimmie Johnson, Chad Knaus, and Donnie Allison. Additionally, Janet Guthrie will receive the Landmark Award for her exceptional contributions to NASCAR.
Race winner Chris Buescher, RFK Racing, Ford Mustang
Photo by: Matthew T. Thacker / NKP / Motorsport Images
Can you provide the schedule for the NASCAR event at Michigan?
The schedule is not final and may be modified.
Friday, August 4
3:35 p.m. ET – NASCAR Xfinity Series practice – USA NETWORK
4:05 p.m. ET – NASCAR Xfinity Series qualifying – USA NETWORK
6:00 p.m. ET – ARCA Menards Series race (100 laps) – FS1
Saturday, August 5
12:35 p.m. ET – NASCAR Cup Series practice – USA NETWORK
1:20 p.m. ET – NASCAR Cup Series qualifying – USA NETWORK
3:30 p.m. ET – NASCAR Xfinity Series race (125 laps) – NBC
Sunday, August 6
2:30 p.m. ET – NASCAR Cup Michigan race (200 laps) – USA NETWORK
What methods can I use to observe?
- Date: Sunday, August 6
- The TV show will begin at 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
- Stages/Laps: (45/75/80) – 200 laps
- TV channel: USA NETWORK | TSN 3/5 (Canada)
- Live stream: Peacock (post-race show)
- Radio: MRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio
Kevin Harvick, Stewart Haas Racing, Busch Light Apple #BuschelOfBusch Ford Mustang and Denny Hamlin, Joe Gibbs Racing, FedEx Freight Toyota Camry
Photo by: Nigel Kinrade / NKP / Motorsport Images
Can you provide information on the participants in the Michigan race?
There are 37 cars listed for the race, and one entry is still available. Austin Hill will be driving the No. 62 Chevrolet for Beard Motorsports in Sunday’s race.
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