Since the inaugural event two years ago, the Cup and Xfinity series have been affected by inclement weather. After both series’ races were shortened by thunderstorms in 2023, the Cup Series ended 17 laps short of the full distance last year because of rain delays.

That's right, this is looking like it'll be the final Chicago Street Race — the third installment of NASCAR's original three-year contract with the city. No one is saying it out loud, but you know what else they're not saying?