The IMSA-sanctioned Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup spec series will hold an exhibition race as part of the 2024 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour season finale event on Saturday, October 26.

The event will be a 300-lap doubleheader called the Virginia is for Racing Lovers 300 with the Mazda MX-5 Cup taking to the track for 100 laps, directly followed by the 200-lap finale of the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour championship. The Mazda MX-5 Cup race will award $15,000 to the race winner.

The exhibition event will not count toward the 2024 Mazda MX-5 Cup championship, which concludes October 11 at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta.

The Virginia is for Racing Lovers 300 will be the first race on an oval circuit for MX-5 Cup. Entries are open for all racers and are not limited to MX-5 Cup or IMSA drivers and teams.

For more information, visit imsa.com.