NASCAR has changed its leadership structure while promoting Steve Phelps and Steve O'Donnell.
Phelps, who has been NASCAR's president since 2018, will take over the newly created role of commissioner. O'Donnell will take over as the sixth president in NASCAR history.
Phelps will oversee NASCAR, IMSA, and all of the 15 NASCAR-owned tracks. He will have a specific focus on "strategic growth and international expansion." He will work directly with owners Jim France and Lesa France Kennedy.
This move to commissioner continues his rise through the NASCAR ranks after originally joining the organization in 2005.
"I'm honored to take this next step in helping to guide NASCAR, the sport I've loved since my father took me to my first race at five years old, continue to grow and welcome new fans, competitors and partners that together create some of the most extraordinary moments in sports," Phelps said in a statement.
"I cannot thank the France family enough for their unwavering commitment to our fans, their steady leadership, and most importantly, their stewardship of stock car racing since its inception nearly eight decades ago. This sport is truly one of the great American business stories and I'm privileged to continue as part of that legacy -- and especially, its bright future."
O'Donnell has held multiple roles in NASCAR, including in marketing. He most recently served as Chief Operating Officer. Now, he will take over the everyday management of the sport and its three national series.
Additionally, O'Donnell will focus on delivering exciting racing, memorable fan experiences, and increased value for partners.
"In my 30 years in NASCAR, I've been most inspired by the passion of race fans at tracks across the country," O'Donnell said in a press release. "It has been a privilege to help bring our sport to those fans through incredible new venues and innovative, engaging content that showcase the best racing in our storied history.
"I believe we're the best in the world at creating 'Bucket List' events that merge sports and entertainment with tailgating, camping, and the most immersive fan experience in sports. I'm honored to continue that mission and build upon the collaboration and innovation with our teams and partners to deliver the best racing to sports fans everywhere."