No rain delays this time! Unlike the soggy May race, where fans endured a three-hour wait for the action to begin, this weekend’s NASCAR race at Kansas Speedway promises clear skies and smoother conditions. In May, thousands braved the rain with umbrellas and raincoats, eagerly waiting for the race to start, which eventually kicked off at 6:25 p.m. instead of the scheduled 3:13 p.m. But for the upcoming Hollywood Casino 400, Mother Nature is playing nice.
Drivers and fans are gearing up for the Round of 12, expecting sunny skies and better conditions than the spring washout. The forecast shows strong winds on Friday and Saturday due to Hurricane Helene moving inland, but those winds should clear by Sunday, allowing for a perfect race day. NASCAR’s weather team confirmed on X (formerly Twitter) that rain is not in the cards this weekend, though gusty winds could still make for some excitement.
Kansas Speedway never disappoints, and fans can expect the same thrilling action as in May, when Kyle Larson claimed a historic victory by a mere 0.001-second finish over Chris Buescher in the closest NASCAR finish ever. With the weather cooperating, fans can look forward to another dramatic race this weekend.
Despite the wild weather earlier this year, Kansas Speedway has a history of high-stakes battles, such as Denny Hamlin’s dramatic win last fall after a nail-biting last-lap pass against Tyler Reddick. This time, Hamlin, along with strong competitors like Larson, Reddick, and Alex Bowman, will again be racing for glory in the Round of 12.
Expect intense competition on Sunday. Hamlin, the current wins leader at Kansas with four victories, is ready to reignite his championship bid after finishing fifth in the spring. With Mother Nature offering perfect racing conditions, fans should prepare for a thrilling weekend of NASCAR action at Kansas Speedway!
