Chase Briscoe’s journey toward a potential Chase Briscoe NASCAR championship is bringing his hometown of Mitchell, Indiana, together in anticipation and pride. On Sunday, residents will gather at Mitchell High School gym to watch Briscoe compete for his first NASCAR Cup championship, with the race taking place at Phoenix Raceway and broadcast on NBC and Peacock.
Local Events and Widespread Enthusiasm
The high school gym in Mitchell will welcome the community with free entry, as doors will open two hours ahead of the race’s start. With the town located about 90 miles south of Indianapolis and a population close to 4,000, the event is expected to attract a large portion of locals excited to cheer on Briscoe. Additional celebrations are planned at the American Legion, where another watch party will be held, enhancing the sense of unity around the race.
Briscoe Expresses Gratitude for Hometown Support
Chase Briscoe, reflecting on the momentum and encouragement from Mitchell, expressed amazement at the expected turnout.
They say there’s going to be 1,500 people there,
Briscoe said Thursday at Phoenix Raceway. He noted, however, that the capacity of the school gym might not reach that number, showing surprise and joy at the level of community support.
The excitement is palpable, as Briscoe described activities ranging from open concession stands to Main Street being decorated with checkered flags.
My whole career, whether I was even in ARCA or now Cup, just that area has always been a huge supporter of mine. I think part of it is everybody kind of knows everybody. But yeah, to see how excited they are. Every win, we don’t have a siren, but flying a 19 flag this week. All down Main Street is checkered flags. The whole city and county has really been getting into it.
— Chase Briscoe, NASCAR driver
The Broader Impact of Briscoe’s Championship Run
This surge of local pride highlights the strong ties between Briscoe and his roots in Mitchell, Indiana. As he faces Denny Hamlin, Kyle Larson, and William Byron in the final race of the NASCAR Cup championship, the collective support from both his hometown and fans nationwide underscores the emotional resonance of his achievements. The result of Sunday’s event could further elevate the community’s spirit and solidify Briscoe’s place as a cherished figure in Mitchell’s history.
