NASCAR Cup Series race at Atlanta restarted after 3-hour weather delay

The NASCAR Cup Series race at Atlanta was resumed after a three-hour delay caused by lightning and rain. Officials successfully dried the track to allow the race to continue to its full distance under clear conditions.
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Weather-related disruptions in major sporting events impact scheduling, broadcast logistics, and the safety protocols governing professional racing.
UPDATE: The red flag was lifted at 11:37 p.m. ET/10:37 p.m. CT, after more than a three-hour delay.
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