Shane van Gisbergen delivered a dominant performance in the inaugural Viva Mexico 250 at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, claiming a pole-to-win victory in the NASCAR Cup Series’ first points-paying international race since 1958.

It wasn't easy. In fact, it was queasy. But Shane van Gisbergen powered through sickness and adversity to get the big win in Mexico City.

Richard Petty Doesn’t Sugarcoat Feelings on Playoff Format After Shane van Gisbergen Win in Mexico originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Sunday’s race in Mexico had an interesting connection to Richard Petty. The last time the NASCAR Cup Series held an international points-paying race back in 1958 in Toronto, a 20-year-old Petty made his debut.