Shane van Gisbergen professes his love for NASCAR despite “really hectic schedule”
Trackhouse Racing driver Shane van Gisbergen has shared his true feelings about NASCAR and the hectic schedule.
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Shane van Gisbergen, image via Motorsport.com
The 2024 season marked a massive change of career for three times Supercars champion Shane van Gisbergen, who made his full-time NASCAR debut in the Xfinity Series. He won three races this season with Kaulig racing and has secured a full-time seat for the 2025 season with Trackhouse Racing.
Recently Shane van Gisbergen discussed the struggles he faced over the move to USA from Australia, with the hopes of building a new career, away from his family. He pointed out that racing in the second tier of NASCAR has been a huge challenge and refresh for him, admitting it was different from every other form of racing he has ever been part of.
I’m a lot older, but moving from Australia to America — being across the other side of the world from your family and friends — it’s difficult. I’ve had a blast. It’s been like a completely different sport — it’s so unlike any other racing I’ve ever done, and that’s great. It’s been such a challenge and a big refresh for me.
Shane van Gisbergen said via Motorsports.com.
He went on to point out how much more time NASCAR demands compared to his previous ventures with its hectic schedule. Despite the struggles and the new challenge oval racing offers, he asserted that he loves the sport.
Some aspects of it have been a struggle, especially on the ovals, but that’s what guys grew up doing here. NASCAR also has a really hectic schedule, but I love it.
Shane van Gisbergen added.
Shane van Gisbergen explains the dynamic between drivers in the sport
Compared to any other sport, the NASCAR drivers have a really close relationship despite being bitter rivals on the track. SVG pointed out that the drivers, being almost close to each other has always been friendly with each other. He also shared his belief that the Cup series will suit him better in the 2025 season.
All of the drivers have been pretty friendly. You can’t not be friendly because you race each other every week. The cars are very different to what I’m used to, but hopefully the Cup car will suit me better. I’ve just got to be patient and not try to force things. The results will come once I get comfortable, but I’m definitely ready to go.
Shane van Gisbergen said.
The comments from the star Trackhouse Racing driver shows he is really excited about the 2025 season and his new venture at the top tier of the sport. It will be interesting to see how he would perform in the No:88 Chevy next season.
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