In a shocking turn of events, Shane van Gisbergen has been snubbed by Dale Earnhardt Jr.-owned JRM for the upcoming NASCAR Mexico City race. The Australian driver, known for his stellar performances in American stock car racing, was set to compete in both the Cup and Xfinity Series events in Mexico. However, a recent update has revealed that he will now only participate in one of the races.
Initially expected to run four road course races for Jr Motorsports in the Xfinity Series, van Gisbergen has been replaced by his Trackhouse Racing teammate, Daniel Suarez, for the Mexico event. The decision to favor the Mexico native over the seasoned van Gisbergen has raised eyebrows in the racing community.
Daniel Suarez expressed his excitement about the growing popularity of NASCAR in Mexico, emphasizing the significance of the sport in the country. The upcoming Mexico City races are slated to take place on June 14 and 15 at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, promising high-octane action for motorsports enthusiasts.
On another front, van Gisbergen shared his thoughts on Ross Chastain’s recent victory at the Coca-Cola 600, praising his teammate’s performance. Reflecting on Trackhouse Racing’s overall performance, van Gisbergen highlighted the team’s struggles in qualifying and the need for improvement in certain areas to enhance their competitiveness in the Cup Series.
As the racing world awaits the thrilling showdown in Mexico City and gears up for the upcoming events, the NASCAR community is abuzz with speculations and anticipations surrounding the drivers and teams vying for glory on the track. Stay tuned for more updates and adrenaline-pumping action as the NASCAR season unfolds.
