Trackhouse Racing’s Daniel Suárez Wins First NASCAR Cup Series Race At Sonoma

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Daniel Suárez. Photo: Courtesy of Trackhouse Racing

Trackhouse Racing’s Daniel Suárez crossed the finish line at Sonoma Raceway for his first ever NASCAR Cup Series race for the team’s third win of the season.

Suárez took the lead on the first lap of the final stage in Sonoma which he held on to for all but three laps. He became the first Mexican-born driver to win a NASCAR Cup Series race.

“It’s a crazy day and I have so many thoughts in my head right now,” said Suárez post race. “I mean, it’s been a rough road. It’s been a rough journey in the Cup Series. These guys believe in me–Trackhouse Racing, Justin Marks, Ty Norris. Everyone that helped me to get to this point. A lot of people in Mexico–Jay Morales and Carlos Slim. My family, they never give up on me. A lot of people did, but they didn’t. I’m just very happy we were able to make it work.”

Daniel Suárez celebrating his Cup Series win on victory lane. Photo: Courtesy of Trackhouse Racing

The Monterrey, Mexico native was the team’s only driver during its inaugural season in 2021, picking up two fourth place finishes. So far in 2022, Suárez’ best finishes were two fourth place finishes, while teammate and first-year Trackhouse driver Ross Chastain has won two races and finished in the top five seven times.

“I’m so happy for Daniel and his team. This is team Trackhouse all of the way,” said Chastain. “All of the people that put in the effort behind the scenes. Two fast cars and I couldn’t be prouder of Daniel. I’m so happy for him.”

Trackhouse Racing has a week off before they prepare for the Ally 400, their home race at the Nashville Superspeedway on Sunday, June 26. It will be a full weekend of practices, qualifying as well as other fan activities.

Suarez will be driving the No. 99 Tootsies Orchid Lounge Chevrolet Camaro for the race as the legendary honky tonk is one of Trackhouse’s main sponsors.

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