Shane van Gisbergen has recently transitioned from Australian Supercars to the NASCAR Cup Series. Van Gisbergen holds profound admiration and pride for his fellow countryman, Liam Lawson, who took Daniel Ricciardo’s place at VCARB and is aiming for a seat with Red Bull in 2025.
After a successful career in Australian Supercars, he ventured into NASCAR, making a strong debut by winning the 2023 Chicago Grand Prix. This one-off victory propelled him into a more serious commitment to the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2024, securing victories in Portland, Sonoma, and Chicago. Van Gisbergen now prepares for a full-time role in the NASCAR Cup Series in 2025, driving for Trackhouse Racing.
Reflecting on Lawson’s journey, van Gisbergen commented, as quoted by Motorsport.com: