After much speculation, Shane van Gisbergen will be making his NASCAR Cup Series debut in the Chicago Street Course race on July 2nd.
NASCAR is running on the streets of Chicago for the very first time this year, and the three-time Australian Supercars champion will be joining them.
Van Gisbergen will pilot the No. 91 Trackhouse Racing Chevrolet Camaro.
Champion in 2016, 2021, and 2022, Van Gisbergen is already one of the most successful racers in Supercars history. He is already ranked fourth on the all-time wins and won the prestigious Bathurst 1000 in both 2020 and 2022.
“I can honestly say I have dreamed about an opportunity in NASCAR, but really never thought it would become a reality,” said van Gisbergen to motorsport.com “I can’t wait to get to the States to meet everyone and prepare for Chicago. It’s NASCAR’s first time on the streets of Chicago so in some ways everyone will be a rookie like me, but I don’t underestimate that it’s going to be a huge challenge.”
The 34-year-old will be with the team during the Nashville race weekend on June 25, and spend the following week at the shop preparing for Chicago.
“There is so much I have to learn about these cars and how the races are run,” said van Gisbergen. “The learning curve will be quite steep, but I am ready for everything they will throw at me. I know a lot of Kiwi’s and Aussies will be watching and I’m honored to get this opportunity.”
