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Jeff Gordon vs. Shane Van Gisbergen: The Epic Battle for Road Course Supremacy Unveiled!

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
August 12, 2025
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Jeff Gordon vs. Shane Van Gisbergen: The Epic Battle for Road Course Supremacy Unveiled!
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In the high-octane world of NASCAR, a fierce debate has erupted over who truly deserves the title of the greatest of all time (GOAT) on road courses. As Shane van Gisbergen continues to dominate the circuit, winning his fourth race of the season at Watkins Glen, the question looms: Is he truly eclipsing the legendary Jeff Gordon, or is the latter still the unrivaled king of road racing?

Van Gisbergen, driving for Trackhouse Racing, has made waves this season, claiming all his victories exclusively on road courses. His recent triumph not only underscored his prowess but also set a new record for the most wins by a rookie in a single season. He has now tied with veteran Denny Hamlin for the most wins overall this season. Such achievements have led many to wonder if the Kiwi driver is on his way to being the GOAT of road course racing in NASCAR.

However, NASCAR Insider Jordan Bianchi is not ready to hand over the throne just yet. On the popular Teardown podcast, he passionately defended Jeff Gordon’s legacy, reminding fans of the 4-time Cup champion’s remarkable dominance, which includes a record of nine wins on road courses. “Let’s put some respect on Jeff Gordon’s name here,” Bianchi asserted, emphasizing that Gordon won six consecutive road course races at one point. While van Gisbergen’s four wins are impressive, Bianchi noted, “This isn’t completely unprecedented. Just a few years ago, Chase Elliott did the same thing!”

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Bianchi’s comments resonate with NASCAR’s history, where Gordon’s record still stands tall. “What SVG is doing is what ‘dominance’ is all about,” he stated. “It’s when you toy with the competition and make it look routine. But let’s not forget the legacy of Jeff Gordon while we’re at it.”

The discussion heated up further as Jeff Gluck, Bianchi’s co-host, threw in his two cents, suggesting that if they were driving the same cars, legends like Gordon and Tony Stewart would struggle to keep up with van Gisbergen’s current form. Gluck pointed out the staggering margins by which SVG is winning, often clocking in 10 to 20 seconds ahead of his rivals.

Not to be outdone, Bianchi countered Gluck’s claims by reminding listeners that Gordon is an all-time great, a driver whose skills were once so prominent that there was speculation about his potential success in Formula 1. “I’m not saying SVG isn’t a remarkable driver, but look at Gordon’s body of work. Just imagine if there had been more road courses during his era—his stats could have been even more impressive,” Bianchi noted.

As the debate rages on, Bianchi did acknowledge that van Gisbergen has shown remarkable skill on street courses and in wet conditions. Despite this, he firmly believes that labeling him as the GOAT at this stage is premature. “His exploits are incredibly impressive,” Bianchi conceded, “but we need to control the narrative a bit.”

With such a rich history and fierce competition in NASCAR, the question of who reigns supreme on road courses remains tantalizingly open. Is Shane van Gisbergen carving out his legacy as the next great, or will Jeff Gordon’s storied accomplishments continue to reign supreme? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure: the debate is far from over, and the NASCAR community is here for every thrilling moment.

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