April 19 event on FOX to show support for Byrnes and Stand Up to Cancer
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The April 19 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway was renamed the Food City 500 in Support of Steve Byrnes and Stand Up to Cancer, according to a FOX Sports news release on Friday.
Byrnes is the popular FOX Sports broadcaster who has been battling courageously against head and neck cancer. He is the co-host of NASCAR Race Hub and the play-by-play announcer for the Camping World Truck Series.
"The support I have received from my teammates at FOX Sports, drivers, team members, track officials, NASCAR and the fans has been overwhelming," Byrnes said in the release. "So many families are affected by cancer, and to play a small part in raising awareness is an honor to me."
The Food City 500 in Support of Steve Byrnes and Stand Up to Cancer will air on FOX on April 19 with coverage beginning at 12:30 p.m. ET.
"We stand with the NASCAR community in being Steve Byrnes Strong," President and CEO of Food City Steve Smith said in a statement provided by the track. "By banding together, we can drive even more awareness and support for our friend Steve, his family and everyone who Stands Up to Cancer."
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