Suarez Wins Chilango 150 In Dramatic Mexico Return
Daniel Suarez from Monterrey reels from last place in a backup car to win the Chilango 150 at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez. He leads 19 of 65 laps, fends off Taylor Gray on the final stretch, and celebrates atop his car amid cheering Mexican fans. Zilisch spins early, causing a 13-car pileup. Austin Hill finishes third and Christian Eckes fourth.
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Shane van Gisbergen wins pole and first Cup Playoffs berth
Three-time Australian Supercars champion Shane van Gisbergen, in his first full Cup season, won pole at Autodrome and led 60 of 100 laps including the final 32 to secure his first Cup Playoffs berth.
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Autodromo Domination As Shane Van Gisbergen Wins Mexico City
Shane van Gisbergen driving the No. 88 Chevrolet for Trackhouse won the Viva Mexico 250 at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, the first NASCAR Cup Series points race outside the United States in 50 years. He led 60 of 100 laps and captured his first Cup Playoff berth with a 16.567-second victory over Christopher Bell. Teammate Daniel Suarez finished 19th after a late pass, as fans cheered a Mexico City celebration with a national anthem and podium ceremony.
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Mexico City winner quote highlights first Cup win
Shane van Gisbergen delivered a confident post race verdict after winning at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez. He praised his car and noted Ty Gibbs was closing before the final stint, enjoying lap after lap as the field fell away.
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Pocono Raceway Details and Fan Story From 1971 Debut
Pocono Raceway runs a 2.5 mile asphalt track with two turns and specific radii and banking details. The historic nickname The Tricky Triangle marks its 50th anniversary in 2021. Fan Kelly Zimmerman recalls attending the inaugural year in 1971 and describes decades of memories, autographs, and charitable raffles supported by Pocono Raceway.
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