NASCAR’s first international Cup Series race of the modern era was a cultural experience that brought new fans to the series and provided its competitors with a chance to enjoy a new country.

After a rough start to his weekend in Mexico City, Shane van Gisbergen found race day to be smooth sailing by leading 60 of 100 laps to win the inaugural Viva Mexico 250 at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez.

The enthusiasm from Mexican fans made the weekend a success before cars even raced, Shane Van Gisbergen scored a banner win and more.

Bubba Wallace gave himself over to the idea of NASCAR in Mexico City. In the process, he had an amazing time, endearing himself to racing fans south of the border.

Hocevar walks back less-than-flattering remarks and expectations for NASCAR's first trip to race at to Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez for the Viva Mexico 250.

Shane van Gisbergen's dominant win in Mexico City sealed a spot in the Cup Series Playoffs, turning around his rookie season.

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Kyle Larson Says Mexico Trip a Wake-Up Call as NASCAR Forces Drivers Out of Comfort Zone originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Kyle Larson, like his fellow NASCAR Cup Series competitors, has a routine each race weekend during the season. It’s repeated over and over and over.