On This Day in NASCAR
July 2
6
Total Races
5
Cup Races
1
O'Reilly Races
0
Truck Races
July 2 has been a memorable date on the NASCAR calendar, with 6 races held across all three national series from 1950 to 2023. From the roar of engines at legendary tracks to the battle for championships, this date has seen its share of drama. Browse the full history below, or check out all race results for deeper dives into each season.
2020s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Grant Park 220 Grant Park 220 | Shane van Gisbergen | Cup |
| 2022 | NASCAR Xfinity Series at Road America NASCAR Xfinity Series at Road America | Ty Gibbs | NXS |
2010s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | NASCAR SPRINT CUP SERIES AT DAYTONA NASCAR SPRINT CUP SERIES AT DAYTONA | Brad Keselowski | Cup |
| 2011 | NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Daytona NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Daytona | David Ragan | Cup |
2000s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Pepsi 400 Pepsi 400 | Tony Stewart | Cup |
1950s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | 100 Miles at Monroe County Fairgrounds 100 Miles at Monroe County Fairgrounds | Curtis Turner | Cup |
Frequently Asked Questions
What NASCAR races happened on July 2?
There have been 6 NASCAR races held on July 2 across Cup (5), O'Reilly (1), and Trucks (0) series, from 1950 to 2023.
How many NASCAR races have been held on July 2?
6 total NASCAR races have been held on this calendar date across all three national series.
Which NASCAR series are included on this page?
This page includes races from all three NASCAR national series: the Cup Series, the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series (formerly Xfinity/Busch), and the Craftsman Truck Series.