The NASCAR made history Sunday in Chicago with the premier Cup Series’ first street-course race, and New Zealander Shane van Gisbergen found himself walking away with the checkered flag for the No. 91 Trackhouse Racing Chevrolet — making him the first driver to win his first Cup start in 60 years.
Because of inclement weather, however, the Grant Park 220 was shortened from 100 laps down to 75 before the race went into overtime for a 78-lap event.
The 12-turn, 2.2-mile street course laid out in downtown Chicago is a totally novel concept in NASCAR, and the backdrop of the city and its skyline made for some spectacular photos. Here are 15 of our favorites from NASCAR’s first street race in Chicago.
RETWEET to congratulate @shanevg97!
HE WINS @NASCAR's first street race in his Cup Series debut! #NASCARChicago pic.twitter.com/DkGK9kJfZ4
— NASCAR on NBC (@NASCARonNBC) July 3, 2023