January 2nd, 2023, saw the colorful and intricate “Always Forward” float showcasing the highest echelon of stock car racing in the world amongst various other displays from all walks of life.
Just as with anything related to any form of sport in the world, NASCAR’s Rose Bowl Parade float came under the scrutiny of several fans as the 2023 edition of the parade was broadcast on television as well as on social media. The float featured the cars of former Cup Series drivers Dale Earnhardt Sr., Richard Petty, and Jeff Gordon, with which some fans seemed to disagree.
Here are some of the reactions to the “Always Forward” NASCAR float in the 2023 rendition of the Rose Bowl Parade:
Long-time fans of the sport weren’t too happy about NASCAR omitting 7-time Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson’s car, the #48 on the float. As a result, discussions on social media revolved around the same subject.
NASCAR float misses national television broadcast during 2023 Rose Bowl Parade
The 2023 edition of the Rose Bowl Parade featured various floats from all walks of life celebrating their respective avenues of life. One of the floats from the parade happened to be NASCAR’s “Always Forward” float, celebrating 75 years of the sport. Just as with any parade, all the showcased floats were due for national television coverage along with being showcased to the attendants of the parade.
NASCAR’s float, however, seemed to miss the broadcast as the parade missed its broadcast window due to technical difficulties with another float. Popular social media platform Snapchat’s float also suffered from the same issues.
Watch the 2023 Cup Series season go live from the LA Coliseum as drivers prepare for the Busch Light Clash on February 5th, 2023.
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