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Van Gisbergen Secures Multi-Year Extension After Fourth Straight Road-Course Victory

His contract extension comes as he holds 22 playoff points that could carry him through the opening postseason round

Shane Van Gisbergen, driver of the #88 WeatherTech Chevrolet, celebrates after winning the NASCAR Cup Series Go Bowling at The Glen at Watkins Glen International on August 10, 2025 in Watkins Glen, New York
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Overview

  • He extended his winning streak to four consecutive road-course races with a dominant victory at Watkins Glen International.
  • Trackhouse Racing locked him into a multi-year contract for the No. 88 Chevrolet following his run of circuit successes.
  • Road-course triumphs have banked van Gisbergen a total of 22 playoff points, placing him among the top point earners entering the 2025 Cup Series playoffs.
  • Veterans and commentators including Jeff Gluck and Brad Keselowski have called for NASCAR to reduce road-course events in response to his dominance.
  • Team owner Justin Marks and peer Denny Hamlin praised his adaptability and expect that his playoff cushion combined with continued oval learning could drive a deep postseason bid.