Shane van Gisbergen powered TrackHouse Racing to an unforgettable Chicago victory celebration on Sunday, leaving an indelible mark not just on the track, but across social media, as the team, their partners, and their supporters shared their excitement following a historic weekend at Grant Park. The New Zealander’s rare double win in both the Xfinity and Cup Series set off a wave of enthusiasm among fans and crew, further amplified by heartfelt messages recognizing the dedication, perseverance, and collaboration behind this accomplishment.
TrackHouse Racing Shares Joy Beyond the Finish Line
After crossing the finish line as the winner of the Grant Park 165, Shane van Gisbergen and his entourage transformed their pit lane celebration into a vibrant online moment. Team co-owner Justin Marks celebrated the occasion with a photo posted on social media, capturing himself, his wife Erin, the race trophy, van Gisbergen, and Jessica Dane—van Gisbergen’s longtime partner. Accompanying the image, Marks simply wrote, “Winners. Chicago 2025.”
Jessica Dane, who has built her own impressive reputation in international motorsports, was quick to comment on the post.
“What a journey over the past 2 years. Thanks so much for these opportunities!”
—Jessica Dane, program manager
Dane’s comment highlighted how this TrackHouse Racing Chicago victory celebration represented the result of a two-year adventure involving both competitive racing and personal milestones. While Shane van Gisbergen has become known for putting performance before publicity, this image and Dane’s words offered a rare insight into the support system fueling his rapid ascent in NASCAR.
Partners and Pioneers: Behind the Scenes of a Racing Powerhouse
Jessica Dane’s career echoes van Gisbergen’s in its ambition and international scope. Rising from her early days as a mechanic, she co-owns Australia’s Triple Eight Race Engineering, holding a 30% stake, and has recently stepped into the role of program manager at Corvette Racing. Dane’s switch from Supercars to a leading position in a renowned endurance team mirrors her partner’s leap from the Australian Supercars championship to NASCAR. The image of the couple and their colleagues after the race captured both the unity and diversity behind TrackHouse Racing’s success story.
Sunday’s trophy photo, which drew attention both for its candidness and the people it featured, reflected the culmination of bold choices, global moves, and shared ambition.
Shane van Gisbergen’s Dominance Shines on Chicago’s Streets
Shane van Gisbergen’s remarkable weekend began with his triumph in the Xfinity Series, where he outpaced 18-year-old Connor Zilisch to earn his second straight The Loop 110 victory. The achievement marked van Gisbergen’s fourth career Xfinity win and secured his place as the only driver to win three consecutive years at Chicago’s challenging street course.
He continued his dominant performance in the main event, the Grant Park 165 Cup Series race, by leading from the pole and withstanding aggressive competition from Ty Gibbs, multiple cautions, and pressure-packed restarts. His audacious move on Lap 60 to pass Chase Briscoe set up the final battle, and after a late crash threatened to send the race into overtime, van Gisbergen reached the white flag just before a caution froze the field. The result was a weekend sweep, an achievement matched by only a select few internationals like Kyle Busch in 2016, Juan Pablo Montoya, and Marcos Ambrose.
“What an amazing weekend for me. Lucky guy to drive some great cars. I thank Trackhouse (Racing), WeatherTech Chevy and all these guys and girls here. What an amazing weekend,” SVG said post-race via NASCAR.
—Shane van Gisbergen, driver
Momentum Building as TrackHouse Racing Eyes the Future
Fresh off his third career Cup Series victory and carrying dual trophies from a stellar weekend, Shane van Gisbergen and TrackHouse Racing turn their focus toward new challenges. The TrackHouse Racing Chicago victory celebration has energized the team, while the presence of influential partners like Jessica Dane illustrates the growing strength of international talent in NASCAR. As van Gisbergen heads to Sonoma aiming for another road course triumph, the team can count on a foundation of experience, teamwork, and passion—qualities that promise more memorable milestones ahead.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Is Trackhouse Racing good?
A. LAS VEGAS — Trackhouse Racing has consistently performed well at Las Vegas Motor Speedway since they began their Cup Series team.
Q. Who is number 1 in Trackhouse Racing?
A. The team has three Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 cars that compete full-time. Ross Chastain drives car No. 1, Shane van Gisbergen drives car No. 88, and Daniel Suárez drives car No. 99.
