27/05/2025
Shane van Gisbergen Warns NASCAR as Supercars Invasion Brings In Another Ringer
Shane van Gisbergen, the New Zealand-born Supercars champion, sent a bold message to NASCAR after announcing that fellow Supercars star Brodie Kostecki will join the Cup Series in 2025. Van Gisbergen, who won his 2023 NASCAR debut in Chicago, warned that Kostecki’s arrival signals a “Supercars invasion,” with more international talent eyeing the series. Kostecki, the 2023 Supercars champion, will race select events for Kaulig Racing, leveraging his road-course expertise. Van Gisbergen, now full-time with Trackhouse Racing, praised Kostecki’s aggressive style, predicting he’ll challenge NASCAR’s veterans. The influx of Supercars drivers, drawn by NASCAR’s growing global appeal, could reshape the sport. Van Gisbergen’s own success, including a 2024 playoff berth, underscores the threat. NASCAR teams are now scouting international talent, signaling a shift in the sport’s landscape.
