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! 🔥💥
