Shane van Gisbergen, the emerging talent of NASCAR, is set for his second Cup Series start at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. His recent triumph at the Chicago street race, where he became the first driver in 60 years to win his first Cup Series start, has garnered attention. This weekend, he takes on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course after participating in the Truck Series race.
While van Gisbergen's NASCAR plans for 2024 remain undisclosed, his Chicago victory has solidified his status as the fourth favorite for Sunday's race. The favorites are led by Martin Truex Jr., with Tyler Reddick and Chase Elliott also in contention.
As the race unfolds, fans and enthusiasts are keeping an eye on van Gisbergen's performance, intrigued by the potential he brings to the NASCAR circuit.