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Shane van Gisbergen Faces NASCAR's Tough Next-Gen Challenge

3/16/2025

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Shane van Gisbergen, the talented New Zealand driver, is navigating the tough waters of NASCAR's Cup Series, particularly with the tricky Next-Gen car. After a triumphant debut win in 2023, he voices frustration over NASCAR's limited practice for newcomers. As he gears up for the Pennzoil 400 in Las Vegas, worries about the readiness of inexperienced drivers loom large.

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Shane van Gisbergen, the talented New Zealand driver, is navigating the tough waters of NASCAR's Cup Series, particularly with the tricky Next-Gen car. After a triumphant debut win in 2023, he voices frustration over NASCAR's limited practice for newcomers. As he gears up for the Pennzoil 400 in Las Vegas, worries about the readiness of inexperienced drivers loom large.