NASCAR champion and FOX NASCAR analyst Clint Bowyer is set to experience the ‘Clint Bowyer Fastest Seat Phoenix’ ride at the Good Ranchers 250 on Saturday, March 7, at Phoenix Raceway. This special event brings Bowyer back into the racing action, where he’ll lead the field to green in a customized INDYCAR SERIES car during the 250-lap race—the first NTT INDYCAR SERIES event at the desert oval since 2018.
Bowyer Steps Into the Fastest Seat at Phoenix Raceway
For the Good Ranchers 250, Bowyer will take a high-octane thrill ride in a custom INDYCAR SERIES car, which features a unique back passenger seat. As part of the opening festivities, Bowyer’s role is to pace the field before the green flag drops, marking a rare crossover appearance during a weekend when both NASCAR and INDYCAR action come together at Phoenix Raceway. The race weekend also features the Straight Talk Wireless 500 NASCAR Cup Series event on the following Sunday, for which Bowyer, a Kansas native, will provide analysis for FOX Sports’ coverage.
Bowyer’s Racing Career and Transition to Analyst
Clint Bowyer, well known for his 10 NASCAR Cup Series victories and the 2008 O’Reilly Auto Parts Series championship, started his FOX NASCAR analyst role full-time in 2021 after a decorated career behind the wheel. Over the course of his career, he drove for top-tier teams like Richard Childress Racing, Michael Waltrip Racing, and Stewart-Haas Racing, establishing himself as one of the sport’s recognized competitors.
A Long List of Notable Fastest Seat Participants
Bowyer now joins an impressive roster of public figures who have participated as passengers in the INDYCAR Fastest Seat in Sports experience. Some other high-profile names who have taken this ride include Tom Brady, Simu Liu, Jon Bon Jovi, Lady Gaga, Channing Tatum, and Alex Rodriguez. The Fastest Seat event is celebrated for giving celebrities and champions a first-hand feel of the power and speed that INDYCAR drivers face on the track.
NASCAR and INDYCAR Uniting in Phoenix
This special doubleheader at Phoenix Raceway marks a collaboration between two of motorsport’s premier series. The NTT INDYCAR SERIES remains the preeminent open-wheel championship in North America, with drivers tackling speeds above 200 miles per hour across various challenging tracks. During this weekend, the spotlight will shine equally on NASCAR and INDYCAR, bringing fans a unique blend of racing excitement.
Race Broadcast and Further Coverage
Fans can watch the Good Ranchers 250 starting at 3 p.m. Eastern Time on FOX, FOX One, and the INDYCAR Radio Network. Additional information about the NTT INDYCAR SERIES is available on the official INDYCAR website. With Clint Bowyer’s involvement and the anticipated high-speed action, the Clint Bowyer Fastest Seat Phoenix event is poised to attract motor racing enthusiasts and introduce new audiences to the excitement at Phoenix Raceway.
