Bubba Wallace praises Daniel Suárez NASCAR win in Mexico, celebrating his friend’s remarkable comeback victory during Saturday’s Xfinity race in Mexico City, where Suárez led the field to the checkered flag in front of an enthusiastic home crowd. As the event unfolded, Wallace was away from the action, yet his support for Suárez, especially after such a dramatic performance, was passionately voiced on social media.
Daniel Suárez Triumphs in Emotional Homecoming
During the Chilango 150, Daniel Suárez surged from last on the grid to first place, ultimately leading a race-high nineteen laps and edging out Taylor Gray by 0.598 seconds at the finish. Impressively, Suárez accomplished this feat driving a backup car, demonstrating both skill and resilience to deliver a memorable win. The race brought extra significance as it unfolded before fans in Suárez’s native Mexico City. The Monterrey driver’s performance marked his fourth career victory in the Xfinity Series, underscoring his capability during his ninth year in the NASCAR Cup Series and his fifth as the full-time driver of the No. 99 car for Trackhouse Racing.
Wallace Shares His Support for Suárez
Bubba Wallace, though at a spa and missing the live race, was quick to express how much the moment meant to him and his friendship with Suárez. Taking to X, Wallace shared his genuine feelings following Suárez’s win:
“I was in the spa and didn’t get to see it live….I have chills and may have cried for mi amigo @Daniel_SuarezG. What an incredible feeling that must be for him in front of his home crowd! Wow! VAMOS AMIGO, VAMOS!!!!!!!”
—Bubba Wallace, NASCAR driver
Looking Ahead to the Cup Series Viva Mexico 250
Daniel Suárez’s next challenge is the Cup Series Viva Mexico 250, set for Sunday, June 15. The 100-lap race at Autodromo Hermanos Rodríguez will be broadcast on Prime Video starting at 3 pm ET, with radio coverage available via MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio. Bubba Wallace is also set to compete, having qualified 25th on Row 13, while rookie Shane van Gisbergen secured the pole. Notably, all three Trackhouse Racing drivers, including Suárez, start within the top ten, setting high expectations for the team in the upcoming race.
Wallace Commends Suárez’s Dedication to NASCAR’s Mexico Event
Before the Cup Series race, Wallace emphasized Suárez’s instrumental role in bringing NASCAR to Mexican fans, recognizing his efforts alongside those of NASCAR and fellow drivers like Chase Elliott and Ryan Blaney, who helped prepare the event. In a pre-race interview at Autodromo Hermanos Rodríguez, Wallace offered more insight:
“I couldn’t be more proud and excited for (Daniel) Suárez and understanding that he’s put in a lot of work with NASCAR to make this all happen and to make it special for all of us. And to see NASCAR support his decisions and needs and wants to make sure everybody is safe.
—Bubba Wallace, NASCAR driver
“Not just the drivers, but fans and family and friends, all of this. Everybody is safe, and they feel important just as much as the drivers do. I think a lot of credit goes for Suárez, but a lot of credit goes for NASCAR for supporting those actions,” he added.
—Bubba Wallace, NASCAR driver
Drivers and Fans Anticipate a Landmark Weekend
Wallace currently holds tenth in the championship standings with 383 points, having achieved three top-five and six top-ten finishes after fifteen races in the 2025 season. Both he and Suárez are pushing for their first Cup Series victories of the year. The return of NASCAR to Mexico and the strong performances by native drivers like Suárez have energized fans, promising an exciting weekend for the sport at the renowned Autodromo Hermanos Rodríguez. With key figures like Ryan Blaney, Chase Elliott, and Shane van Gisbergen in the mix, the stage is set for a memorable chapter in NASCAR’s international engagement.
