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Jeff Gordon to Race Vintage IROC Car at Charlotte Legends Event
NASCAR legend returns to the track to compete against other Hall of Famers in historic exhibition race.
Apr. 2, 2026 at 7:22pm
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A cubist interpretation of Jeff Gordon's return to vintage IROC racing captures the legendary driver's competitive spirit and the nostalgia surrounding NASCAR's golden era.Concord TodayFour-time NASCAR champion Jeff Gordon has announced he will join the IROC field at the upcoming Heritage Invitational event at the Ten Tenths Motor Club in Concord, North Carolina. Gordon will race his 1998 Pontiac Firebird, the same car he drove to victory in an IROC race that year, against other Hall of Fame drivers like Bill Elliott, Bobby Labonte, and Kurt Busch.
Why it matters
The Heritage Invitational is a highly anticipated event that brings together some of the biggest names in NASCAR history for a weekend of vintage racing. Gordon's participation adds even more star power and nostalgia to the event, which aims to celebrate the sport's rich legacy.
The details
The Heritage Invitational is a three-day event running from April 9-11, 2026. The vintage IROC car race featuring Gordon and other legends is scheduled for April 10. Gordon will be driving the same Pontiac Firebird he piloted to victory in an IROC race at Daytona in 1998, one of his 93 career NASCAR Cup Series wins.
- The Heritage Invitational event will take place from April 9-11, 2026.
- The vintage IROC car race featuring Jeff Gordon is scheduled for April 10, 2026.
The players
Jeff Gordon
A four-time NASCAR Cup Series champion and one of the most successful drivers in the sport's history, with 93 career wins and 325 top-five finishes.
Bill Elliott
A NASCAR Hall of Famer and 16-time Most Popular Driver Award winner, with 44 career Cup Series victories.
Bobby Labonte
The 2000 NASCAR Cup Series champion, with 21 career wins and over 500 starts in the top series.
Kurt Busch
The 2004 NASCAR Cup Series champion and a 34-time race winner in the top series.
Ray Evernham
A former NASCAR team owner and crew chief who now owns the rights to the IROC racing series.
What they’re saying
“Excited to join the IROC field at the Heritage Invitational.”
— Jeff Gordon
What’s next
Fans will have to tune in on April 10, 2026, to see if Jeff Gordon can add another IROC victory to his illustrious career.
The takeaway
The return of NASCAR legends like Jeff Gordon to the track, even in an exhibition event, is a testament to the enduring popularity and nostalgia surrounding the sport's greatest drivers. The Heritage Invitational promises to be a must-see event for any true NASCAR fan.
