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Irwindale Speedway Closes: End of an Iconic Race Track
After 25 years of hosting NASCAR, Formula Drift, and grassroots racing, Irwindale Speedway is officially closing. The track has been sold to IDS Real Estate Group, with plans to redevelop the land into an industrial business park. This marks yet another loss for motorsports as real estate pressures continue to shut down racing venues. What does this mean for the future of grassroots racing?