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Briscoe holds off Bell in NASCAR’s return to Chicagoland Speedway
By Jay Cohen, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 6, 2026
· 4 min read
Chase Briscoe was on an offseason bonding trip to the United Kingdom with crew chief James Small when the NASCAR driver discovered chocolate buttons, a popular British treat. He bought some online after he returned to the U.S., but he said it wasn't the same.Small purchased some on a return trip ...
Key takeaway , and he promised to share if Briscoe won on the crew chief's birthday.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio racing fans likely took notice of the strong performance by Toyota drivers, including Christopher Bell, who finished second in the Chicagoland Speedway race. With several Toyota dealerships and racing enthusiasts in the San Antonio area, the manufacturer's success is likely to resonate with local car owners and racing fans. The fact that seven of the top 10 cars were Toyotas is a testament to the company's strong season and may influence local buying decisions. Additionally, the return of NASCAR to Chicagoland Speedway after a four-year absence may spark interest in the sport among San Antonio residents, who may be eager to see a similar event come to the Texas area. The success of the Chicagoland Speedway event could potentially pave the way for more NASCAR events in the region, which would be a boon for local racing fans.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Chase Briscoe was on an offseason bonding trip to the United Kingdom with crew chief James Small when the NASCAR driver discovered chocolate buttons, a popular British treat. He bought some online after he returned to the U.S., but he said it wasn't the same.Small purchased some on a return trip ...
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