Overview

• Van Gisbergen won the inaugural Chicago Street Race on his NASCAR debut in July 2023 and remains a top contender on the 2.2-mile, 12-turn urban circuit.
• He has warned newcomer Will Brown that Cup drivers have since refined their street-course skills, raising the challenge for Brown’s debut this weekend.
• Brown, stepping up from Supercars to drive the No. 13 Chevrolet Camaro for Kaulig Racing, has been refining his braking technique and pit-road discipline under Roland Dane’s guidance.
• Despite securing two Cup Series wins this season, including Mexico City, van Gisbergen has finished 20th or worse in 14 of 18 oval starts and says improving on ovals is a priority.
• NASCAR’s Chicago event enters its third contracted year as part of the sport’s push into street circuits that demand precise car setup and technical adaptation.