NASCAR’s first international Cup Series race of the modern era was a cultural experience that brought new fans to the series and provided its competitors with a chance to enjoy a new country.

NASCAR Cup Series driver Shan van Gisbergen mastered the road course in Mexico City and talked about fighting off an illness in his effort to win the race.

The NASCAR Cup Series continues the season at Mexico City with Sunday's Viva Mexico 250. Here are the betting odds for Sunday's race.

Shane van Gisbergen's dominant win in Mexico City sealed a spot in the Cup Series Playoffs, turning around his rookie season.

Bowman last Sunday slammed hard into the wall at Michigan in a head-on impact at approximately 150 mph. The hit was so fierce that it lifted the rear wheels in the air. Although nothing was broken, he has severe lower back pain on his right side that shoots into his leg.