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NASCAR Cup Series Round of 12 Elimination Race at the Roval Underway
The NASCAR Cup Series is in full gear as the Round of 12 elimination race took place at the Charlotte Motor Speedway‘s Roval over the weekend of October 11-13, 2024. This critical race is part of the NASCAR playoffs, where drivers compete to advance to the next round of the championship.
Shane van Gisbergen led the field to the green flag, marking the start of an intense competition that would determine which drivers would move forward in the playoffs. The Roval at Charlotte Motor Speedway is known for its challenging layout, combining both oval and road course elements, which often leads to exciting and unpredictable racing.
In addition to the Cup Series event, the weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway also featured other activities, including the NHRA Carolina Nationals at zMAX Dragway. This event saw top performers like Brittany Force, Matt Hagan, Erica Enders, and Matt Smith securing No. 1 qualifier spots in their respective categories.
Fans and spectators had ample opportunities to engage with the event, with spectator gates opening early and various activities such as NASCAR credential pickup and behind-the-scenes tours available at the speedway.