TALLADEGA, Ala. – It was hardly an ordinary race day at Talladega Superspeedway, even before the lousy weather.The normal hordes of partying fans were nowhere to be seen.
The Confederate flags were harder to find, too — except for a plane circling above the track with the message “Defund NASCAR” trailing behind the flag.It was a double-whammy of change for Sunday's Cup series race.
Only 5,000 fans were allowed in because of the coronavirus pandemic, with up to 44 RVs — and the Confederate flags that once flew openly around the infield and stands are now banned.
NASCAR hasn't disclosed how it will handle fans flying flags.The start was delayed by heavy rain and lightning.“It’s weird.