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NTT INDYCAR SERIES racing is roaring back to the Valley of the Sun. Phoenix Raceway announced today that the NTT INDYCAR SERIES will return to the iconic 1-mile oval on Saturday, March 7, 2026, for a highly anticipated showdown, joining forces with the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series for an action-packed doubleheader.

This marks the first NTT INDYCAR SERIES race at Phoenix Raceway since 2018 and continues a legacy that spans more than five decades. The track, which first hosted INDYCAR SERIES competition in 1964, has long been a proving ground for some of the sport’s greatest legends.

“We’re thrilled to welcome the NTT INDYCAR SERIES back to Phoenix Raceway,” said Phoenix Raceway President Latasha Causey. “This track has deep roots in open-wheel history, so we’re pleased to bring that tradition back to our race fans as part of a doubleheader Saturday with the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series.”

The 2026 return of the NTT INDYCAR SERIES underscores a Phoenix Raceway commitment to blending tradition with innovation, providing fans with a weekend featuring the best of NASCAR and INDYCAR. The Saturday doubleheader will showcase the high-speed precision of INDYCAR followed by the door-to-door intensity of the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series — all in one unforgettable day.

The spring race weekend will also include the NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday, March 8 and an ARCA Menards Series race. Additional event details will be announced in the near future.

In the meantime, Phoenix Raceway is gearing up for 2025 NASCAR Championship Weekend, Oct. 31 – Nov. 2. It will include four championship races over three days, culminating with the Cup Series Championship Race on Sunday, Nov. 2. Tickets are going fast, so fans are encouraged to get their tickets now by visiting www.phoenixraceway.com.

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