On This Day in NASCAR
July 21
11
Total Races
9
Cup Races
2
O'Reilly Races
0
Truck Races
July 21 has been a memorable date on the NASCAR calendar, with 11 races held across all three national series from 1956 to 2024. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Brickyard 400 Brickyard 400 | Kyle Larson | Cup |
2010s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 | Kevin Harvick | Cup |
| 2018 | NASCAR XFINITY SERIES AT NEW HAMPSHIRE NASCAR XFINITY SERIES AT NEW HAMPSHIRE | Christopher Bell | NXS |
| 2013 | NASCAR Nationwide Series at Chicago NASCAR Nationwide Series at Chicago | Joey Logano | NXS |
2000s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | New England 300 New England 300 | Ward Burton | Cup |
1990s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Miller 500 Miller 500 | Rusty Wallace | Cup |
1960s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | Pennsylvania 200 Pennsylvania 200 | David Pearson | Cup |
| 1963 | 100 Miles at Bridgehampton Race Circuit 100 Miles at Bridgehampton Race Circuit | Richard Petty | Cup |
| 1962 | 108 Miles at Rambi Race Track 108 Miles at Rambi Race Track | Ned Jarrett | Cup |
1950s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | 100 Miles at Heidelberg Raceway 100 Miles at Heidelberg Raceway | Jim Reed | Cup |
| 1956 | 100 Miles at Soldier Field 100 Miles at Soldier Field | Fireball Roberts | Cup |
Frequently Asked Questions
What NASCAR races happened on July 21?
There have been 11 NASCAR races held on July 21 across Cup (9), O'Reilly (2), and Trucks (0) series, from 1956 to 2024.
How many NASCAR races have been held on July 21?
11 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.