Coronavirus: Texas Motor Speedway to Host First Major Race June 6th

FORT WORTH, TX – The Texas Motor Speedway will host its first major race since the coronavirus pandemic forced a widespread shutdown of all major events in the U.S. With a reduced schedule and no fans in attendance the start of the 2020 NTT IndyCar Series will take place on June 6, 2020 as the Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, TX hosts the Genesys 300.

Governor Abbott and Texas Motor Speedway President and General Manager Eddie Gossage released the following statement Thursday morning:

“Racing is part of Texas culture and we are thrilled for the opportunity to bring back this tremendous experience to the people of Texas and to all Americans. Public health remains our top priority and the protocols for this race have been developed with the guidance of public health officials.

The American people are eager to watch their favorite live sports again, and this race serves as an example of how we can responsibly hold sporting events while prioritizing the health of the participants and the public. While we know that many Texans are ready to attend races in person, this plan provides a solution that enables Americans to enjoy this tradition from the comfort and safety of their homes as our nation responds to COVID-19. We are thankful for the partnership with INDYCAR and proud that Texas is at the forefront of opening these cultural and entertainment experiences to all Americans.”

Steps to protect the health of participants at the Genesys 300 include:

• Strict access guidelines limiting the number of personnel on site

• A health screening system administered to all participants

• PPE equipment provided to everyone entering the facility, along with guidelines on usage

• Social distancing protocols in place and carefully maintained

• Revised competition layout to increase distancing