NASCAR announces no Rockingham races in 2027 due to financial issues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 11:49 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026

NASCAR will not race at Rockingham Speedway in 2027, as announced by Track Enterprises on August 14. The decision stems from financial uncertainties surrounding the track's owner, Darryl Cuttell, who faces significant lawsuits totaling over half a billion dollars. The iconic 0.940-mile oval track has hosted NASCAR events over the past two seasons but will miss out on future races amid these financial challenges. Track Enterprises expressed disappointment while remaining hopeful for future racing opportunities at Rockingham.
- •Track Enterprises confirmed no NASCAR events at Rockingham in 2027.
- •Darryl Cuttell's financial troubles include over $500 million in lawsuits.
- •Rockingham has hosted races for the Craftsman Truck Series and O’Reilly Auto Parts Series in recent years.
- •The track's last Cup Series race occurred in 2004.
- •Bob Sargent of Track Enterprises remains optimistic about future racing at Rockingham.
- 11:49 PMYahoo Sports — NASCAR won’t race at Rockingham in 2027 amid ownership uncertainty
"NASCAR will not return to the iconic Rockingham Speedway in 2027 as uncertainty looms over the track amid financial troubles for its owner.
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