In other words, there is no difference between the Chili Bowl and any other race. Despite all of the conversation about the purse and speculation about who would participate in this year’s Chili Bowl, the race predictably powered forward. ■ After the COVID era, this year’s Chili Bowl felt like things had truly returned to normal. Once again it is clear that this is still the most unique short-track race in the land. ■ The crew and car chiefs are always important, but that fact is magnified during the Chili Bowl. ■ While this event may be a party it is also a serious auto race.

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