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NASCAR Reschedules Clash at Bowman Gray Ahead of Winter Storm
The annual preseason race will now be a one-day event on Sunday due to expected snow.
Jan. 29, 2026 at 4:39pm
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NASCAR has overhauled the race weekend schedule for the Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, in advance of an impending winter storm. Saturday's practice sessions and heat races have been moved to Sunday afternoon, with the last-chance qualifier and 200-lap main event remaining on schedule. The race is now set to be a one-day show on Sunday, with the forecast for Monday looking clear as well in case of further postponement.
Why it matters
The Clash at Bowman Gray is an important preseason event for NASCAR, kicking off the new year and providing an early look at the competitive landscape. Rescheduling the event due to weather concerns ensures the race can still be held and avoids disrupting the start of the NASCAR season.
The details
NASCAR made the decision to overhaul the Clash schedule in advance of a snowstorm expected to hit the Winston-Salem area on Friday and Saturday. Sunday's forecast, however, looks clear. Practice and the four heat races will now begin at 2 p.m. ET on Sunday, with the last-chance qualifier and Clash remaining at 6 p.m. ET and 8 p.m. ET, respectively.
- The Clash at Bowman Gray was originally scheduled for January 31 and February 1, 2026.
- The revised schedule will have practice and heat races on Sunday, February 1, 2026.
- The last-chance qualifier and 200-lap main event will take place as originally scheduled on Sunday, February 1, 2026.
The players
NASCAR
The sanctioning body for the top professional stock car racing series in the United States.
Bowman Gray Stadium
A multipurpose stadium in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, that has hosted NASCAR races since 1949.
Chase Elliott
The defending winner of the Cook Out Clash, which moved to Bowman Gray in 2025 after being held at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum from 2022-24.
What’s next
Should the race be postponed from Sunday due to inclement weather, the forecast for Monday, Feb. 2 looks clear as well.
The takeaway
NASCAR's decision to reschedule the Clash at Bowman Gray demonstrates the sport's flexibility and commitment to ensuring the event can be held safely, even in the face of challenging weather conditions. This proactive approach helps maintain the integrity of the preseason schedule and sets the stage for an exciting start to the 2026 NASCAR season.
