Time: 2024-07-08
The second year of the NASCAR Chicago Street Race is fast approaching . This weekend , the race will take place in the city , with two Chicago sports legends serving as the grand marshals.
One of the grand marshals for the Loop 110 Xfinity Series race will be Chris Chelios , a Blackhawks legend and Hockey Hall of Famer . He will be giving the command to start engines for the race . The other grand marshal for the Grant Park 165 in the Cup Series will be Matt Forte , a great player for the Chicago Bears.
Julie Giese , the President of the Chicago Street Race , expressed pride in being a part of the historic Chicago sports culture . She mentioned that Chicago is known as one of the best sports towns in the world . Chris and Matt , being two of the most recognizable sports icons in the city , will bring their winning spirit to this weekend 's races.
Chris Chelios , a Chicago native and iconic Blackhawks player , will be delivering the famous " Drivers , start your engines " instruction before the Xfinity Series race on Saturday . The race is set to start at 3:30 p.m. ET . Matt Forte , a fan favorite with the Bears from 2008 - 2015 , will give the command to the drivers before the Grant Park 165 on Sunday , starting at 4:30 p.m. ET.
Last year 's NASCAR event in Chicago was a huge success , with massive viewership and strong attendance despite the weather conditions . Shane van Gisbergen emerged as the winner , and he has since gained a fan base in the city.
Van Gisbergen , as he prepares for his return to Chicago , reflected on the whirlwind experience he has had since last year 's race . Despite the unexpected success , he is focused on repeating his victory in the upcoming Grant Park 165 on Sunday.
The excitement for the NASCAR Chicago Street Race is building up , with fans eagerly anticipating the legendary event with iconic sports figures and thrilling races in the heart of Chicago.
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