Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) is a key venue in the NASCAR Cup Series, best known for hosting the prestigious Brickyard 400. NASCAR began racing at IMS in 1994, marking the first time stock cars competed at the historic track, which had previously been exclusive to open-wheel racing. The IMS oval is a 2.5-mile, four-turn rectangular track, famous for its long straightaways and narrow corners, offering unique challenges compared to traditional NASCAR circuits. The race quickly became one of NASCAR’s crown jewel events, drawing massive crowds and featuring all-time legendary NASCAR drivers over the years.