In Monday's episode of the Push To Pass Podcast, Derik, Joshua (X - @warrior0506) & Michael (X - @MichaelDFMunro) are back in studio to preview and discuss this weekend's Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix.

The Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix returns July 18–19 at Nashville Superspeedway, delivering one of the most ambitious IndyCar weekends of the season — a 400‑mile night race, a massive concert lineup, and a global sports doubleheader with the FIFA World Cup Final leading directly into the green flag.

Set under the lights on the 1.33‑mile concrete oval, this year’s event expands to 300 laps / 400 miles, making it the longest Music City Grand Prix ever and a true endurance test for teams and drivers.

Championship leader Alex Palou enters with a commanding points advantage — 404 to Kyle Kirkwood’s 348 — but Nashville Superspeedway remains one of the few tracks he hasn’t conquered. He finished second here last year, and the question heading into Sunday is simple: can anyone stop Palou, or does he finally check off the Tennessee oval that’s eluded him?

Local hero Josef Newgarden, last year’s winner, looks to defend his hometown crown as the field prepares for long green‑flag runs, tire management battles, and high‑speed strategy on one of IndyCar’s rare concrete superspeedways.

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This preview breaks down the storylines, the stakes, the drivers to watch, and how Nashville’s signature blend of racing and music is shaping one of the most anticipated weekends on the 2026 IndyCar calendar.

It’s all on the official IndyCar Podcast of Your News, the Push To Pass Podcast at 7 PM/ET! Don’t forget to like, comment, like and subscribe for more race recaps and IndyCar action!

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