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NASCAR Cook Out Clash Postponed Due to Winter Storm
The exhibition race at Bowman Gray Stadium in North Carolina has been moved to Monday due to heavy snow.
Jan. 31, 2026 at 10:47am
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The NASCAR Cook Out Clash exhibition race scheduled for Sunday, February 1st at Bowman Gray Stadium in Winston-Salem, North Carolina has been postponed to Monday, February 2nd due to a winter storm that has dumped heavy snow in the area. NASCAR officials are working with local authorities to assess the weather and ensure safe conditions for the rescheduled event.
Why it matters
The Cook Out Clash is an important preseason exhibition race that kicks off the NASCAR season. Postponing the event due to inclement weather highlights the challenges race organizers face in scheduling outdoor motorsports events, especially in regions prone to winter storms.
The details
The winter storm prompted NASCAR to move Saturday's practice sessions to early Sunday afternoon and cancel Saturday night's heat races. Events around the Cook Out Clash, including the FanFare on Fourth and a Cars & Coffee event, were also canceled. The new schedule has practice and qualifying at 11 a.m. ET on Monday, with Last Chance Qualifying set for 4:30 p.m. ET and the main race airing live on Fox at 6 p.m. ET.
- The 2026 Cook Out Clash was originally scheduled for Sunday, February 1.
- The race has been postponed to Monday, February 2 at 6 p.m. ET.
The players
NASCAR
The sanctioning body for professional stock car racing in the United States.
Bowman Gray Stadium
A multi-purpose stadium in Winston-Salem, North Carolina that hosts the Winston-Salem State University football team and various auto racing events.
What’s next
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The takeaway
Postponing high-profile motorsports events due to winter weather highlights the logistical challenges race organizers face in scheduling outdoor events, especially in regions prone to severe storms. This case underscores the importance of contingency planning and close coordination with local authorities to ensure the safety of drivers, teams, and fans.
