Author name: Sergio Spinoza

The start of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season will bring a unique and electrifying spectacle, as 23 drivers compete in a nighttime exhibition race at the legendary Bowman Gray Stadium, a short track measuring just 402 meters in length. Among the standout competitors will be Mexican driver Daniel Suárez, representing Escudería Telmex Telcelbehind the wheel of the #99 Trackhouse Racing car. This special event replaces the race that took place at the Los Angeles Coliseum between 2022 and 2024, and it promises to be one of the most thrilling events on the calendar, with a format designed to guarantee maximum action on the trackand an unforgettable experience for fans. “THIS IS GOING TO BE WILD” – SUÁREZ READY FOR THE CHALLENGE 🇲🇽🔥 The Monterrey-born driver couldn’t hide his excitement for this unprecedented challenge, emphasizing the intense nature of the track and the passionate fans who attend Bowman Gray Stadium, known as “The Madhouse” in the world of American motorsports. “This is going to be pretty wild,” said Suárez. “It’s been a long time since I raced at Bowman Gray. If you haven’t seen a race there, you don’t know what you’re missing. There’s as much action in the stands as there is on the track, with fans really getting involved. I think this will be a fun way to start the season. Hopefully, we can put the car up front. Winning there would be really special.” NASCAR RETURNS TO BOWMAN GRAY FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE 1971 🏆📅 The 2025 Clash will mark the highly anticipated return of the NASCAR Cup Series to this historic venue, where no official race has been held since 1971, when the legendary Bobby Allison took the victory in the last points-paying event at the stadium. Now, more than 50 years later, NASCAR’s top drivers will once again take on the tight corners and abrasive asphaltof this track, known for producing intense battles, car-to-car contact, and thrilling photo finishes. FORMAT & QUALIFYING SYSTEM: ONLY THE BEST ADVANCE 🏎️💨 The action kicks off on Saturday, with practice sessions followed by four 25-lap heat races. The top five finishers in each heat will automatically advance to Sunday night’s main event. For those who don’t secure a spot in the initial rounds, there will be a last-chance qualifier, a 75-lap race on Sunday afternoon. Only the top two finishers will claim the final spots for the main race. THE BIG RACE: 200 LAPS OF PURE DRAMA & EXCITEMENT 🚦🔥 The main event will consist of 200 laps, with a scheduled break at lap 100, giving teams a chance to make strategic adjustments. Additionally, only green-flag laps will count, meaning caution periods won’t reduce the total lap count. The race must finish under green, which could lead to multiple restarts and a fierce battle to the final corner. With such a challenging setting and a format designed for maximum adrenaline, the 2025 Clash promises to be a must-watch event for NASCAR fans. And with Daniel Suárez looking to make his mark on this historic track, Mexicowill have a top-tier representative in the season opener. 🇲🇽🏁 👉 Can Suárez conquer NASCAR’s most feared short track? We’ll find out this Sunday! 🔥💥

THE MEXICAN SHINES AT THE 24 HOURS OF DAYTONA AND MAKES HISTORY 🏆🇲🇽 Driver Sebastián Álvarez achieved an impressive victory in the LMP2 category of the legendary 24 Hours of Daytona, driving the #8 car for Tower Motorsports alongside John Farano, Sebastien Bourdais, and Job Van Uitert. This achievement places him among the great names in Mexican motorsports. 🏎️🔥 AN EPIC BATTLE FOR VICTORY From the start of the race at the iconic Daytona International Speedway, the fight for victory was intense. With a well-prepared car and a flawless strategy, Álvarez’s team managed to overcome the challenges posed by this demanding endurance race. The key to victory came in the final hours of the race when Sebastien Bourdais executed a brilliant maneuver to secure the win. ✨🏁 “It was a very close race, but the whole team did an extraordinary job. I’m very happy with this victory,” said Sebastián Álvarez, visibly emotional after taking the checkered flag. 🏆🎉 With this result, the Escudería Telmex Telcel driver joins the prestigious list of Mexicans who have conquered the 24 Hours of Daytona, including Pedro Rodríguez (1970 and 1971), Memo Rojas (2008, 2010, and 2013), and Salvador Durán (2007). 🇲🇽✨ DRAMA AND CHALLENGES ON THE TRACK The team of Pietro Fittipaldi, competing in the same category with the #73 car for Pratt Miller Motorsports, wasn’t as fortunate. An accident during the night forced them to make repairs in the garage, relegating them to tenth place in the LMP2 class, completing a total of 678 laps. 😞🔧 Meanwhile, Colombian driver Tatiana Calderón and her team, driving the #66 car for Gradient Racing, faced various setbacks in the GT3 category and finished in eighteenth place, completing 425 laps. 🚗💨 THE PERFECT STRATEGY FOR VICTORY As the race entered its final hours, Sebastián Álvarez took the wheel and managed to put his car in first place in LMP2. However, a yellow flag bunched up the field, increasing the pressure in the battle for victory. When the green flagdropped, the #8 car briefly lost positions, but Sebastien Bourdais regained the lead with a spectacular drive. 🏁⚡ The most dramatic moment came in the last half-hour, when Paul-Loup Chatin made a mistake, allowing Mathias Beche to take the lead. But Bourdais, showcasing his experience, launched a decisive attack and reclaimed first place. Minutes later, Beche received a penalty, clearing the way for Tower Motorsports to claim the victory. 🏆🔥 A MEMORABLE FINISH With just 15 minutes left on the clock, Bourdais maintained a lead of over 45 seconds, securing the team’s victory. Finally, he crossed the finish line in first place, followed by Paul di Resta and Felipe Fraga, completing the LMP2 podium. 🏅🎊 Sebastián Álvarez’s victory at the 24 Hours of Daytona marks a milestone in his career and in Mexican motorsports, establishing him as one of the brightest rising stars in the sport. A triumph that will go down in history! 🚀🇲🇽