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Ricky Stenhouse Jr. is frustrated with Carson Hocevar for causing multiple spins in recent races, including a recent incident at Mexico City, and is tired of giving Hocevar publicity. He expressed his frustration but chose to handle the situation calmly in Mexico, avoiding a physical confrontation. The ongoing tension is affecting his focus on the points standings, but he remains optimistic about upcoming opportunities to improve.
Alex Bowman achieved his first top-five finish in over a month at the Mexico City race despite battling a back injury, thanks to strategic pit stops and race management, marking a positive turnaround for his team amid a tough season.
Shane van Gisbergen won his second NASCAR Cup Series race in Mexico City, securing a spot in the playoffs and disrupting the current standings, especially affecting drivers like Kyle Busch and Ryan Preece. His win, aided by recent rule changes and weather conditions, highlights his strength as a road course racer and impacts the playoff qualification race with only a few races remaining.
Denny Hamlin will miss the NASCAR Cup race in Mexico City following the birth of his son, with Ryan Truex stepping in for him. Hamlin plans to return next weekend and is seeking a playoff waiver. This marks his first missed race since 2014, ending his streak of 406 consecutive starts.
Daniel Suárez, racing in his home country at Mexico City, finds his contract uncertainty a distraction but remains focused on performing well in the race, balancing personal and professional pressures while aiming to help his team succeed.