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Talladega Superspeedway set for $50 million renovation

By The Associated Press
Posted 10:00AM on Friday 27th July 2018 ( 6 years ago )

TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) — Talladega Superspeedway's infield will undergo a $50 million renovation that will begin in October.

Track and International Speedway Corporation officials announced Thursday a project that includes a garage viewing walkway for fans and a new paddock club. Talladega Superspeedway chairman Grant Lynch says it will be "the biggest construction project ever at Talladega."

Construction will begin after NASCAR's visit Oct. 12-14. It is expected to be completed in time for the 2019 fall race.

It will feature a two-level paddock club located near the end of pit road with seating for 600-plus fans, a bar and a 41-foot video screen. Other new additions will include four 25-person garage suites, along with wireless access and two new concession stands.

ISC Chief Executive Officer Lesa France Kennedy says it is "a world-class extension" of grandfather Bill France Sr.'s vision. France founded NASCAR.

Ricky Stenhouse, Jr. (17) leads the field to the green flag to start May's Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race at Talladega Superspeedway.

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