ANDERSON, IN – One of NASCAR’s most popular drivers will be taking center stage in a new role later this month. Ross Chastain, full-time competitor in the NASCAR Cup Series, has been named Grand Marshal for the prestigious 59th Annual CB Fabricating Redbud 400, set for Saturday, July 26 at Anderson Speedway.
Chastain, known as the “Melon Man” for his trademark watermelon smash celebrations, has built a reputation as one of the toughest and most determined drivers in NASCAR. The Alva, Florida native is a full-time driver for Trackhouse Racing, piloting the No. 1 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 in the NASCAR Cup Series.
Since making his Cup debut in 2017, Chastain has earned multiple wins, including breakthrough victories at Circuit of the Americas, Talladega Superspeedway, and Nashville Superspeedway. He’s also made deep playoff runs and remains one of the most competitive and fan-favorite drivers on the circuit.
As Grand Marshal, Chastain will help deliver the command to start engines before one of the most grueling and anticipated short track races in the country – the Redbud 400, sanctioned by the Appalachian Sucker Punch ASA STARS National Tour.
Race Day Schedule – Saturday, July 26:
• 2:00 PM – Final Practice for ASA STARS National Tour
• 6:00 PM – CorvetteParts.net Pole Qualifying
• 6:30 PM – On-Track Autograph Session with Redbud 400 Drivers
• 7:35 PM – Green Flag for the 59th Annual Redbud 400
The Redbud 400 has become a staple of the national short track scene, drawing elite Super Late Model talent from across the country. This year’s edition will once again feature a deep field of ASA STARS National Tour drivers, including rising stars and proven champions, battling for 400 laps around the challenging quarter-mile bullring in Anderson, Indiana.
Fans will see NASCAR Cup Series 2024 Rookie of the Year Carson Hocevar behind the wheel competing against the likes of Cole Butcher, Stephen Nasse, Bubba Pollard, Derek Thorn, Derek Kraus, Austin Nason, Billy VanMeter, Dakota Armstrong, and many more.
Ticket Information:
• Adults: $20 in advance
• Kids 6–12: $10
• Kids 5 & Under: FREE
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Or visit the Anderson Speedway Ticket Office, open Monday–Friday, 10 AM to 4 PM
With a NASCAR Cup Series star on hand and one of the year’s biggest short track races on the track, the 59th Annual CB Fabricating Redbud 400 promises to be a night to remember for race fans of all ages. Come early, meet the stars, and get ready for 400 laps of edge-of-your-seat excitement under the lights!
