Shane van Gisbergen and his No. 97 Trackhouse Racing entry captured the NASCAR Cup Series victory at Sonoma Raceway, edging out Chase Briscoe in a tightly contested finish.
The New Zealander dedicated the win to the collective effort behind the scenes, singling out Red Bull, Trackhouse and Chevrolet for their unwavering support throughout the season.
Van Gisbergen acknowledged Briscoe’s strong car in the closing laps, noting that while the opponent had the better vehicle, his team executed the strategy to stay ahead.
The triumph not only added crucial points to his tally but also moved him to 14th in the championship standings, keeping his hopes alive for a spot in the upcoming 16‑driver Chase.
Looking ahead
With the momentum from Sonoma, van Gisbergen is focused on tightening his performance on oval circuits, a discipline where he sees room for improvement, and on maintaining consistency as the season progresses.