Shane van Gisbergen, a New Zealand driver, prepares for key NASCAR races in Chicago and Sonoma ahead of playoffs.

Shane van Gisbergen, a New Zealand driver for Trackhouse Racing, is preparing for races in Chicago and Sonoma. Van Gisbergen, who has had success in NASCAR, including a win at Chicago in 2022, aims to build momentum towards the playoffs. Despite initial reservations about cities, he credits Chicago for changing his life and is focused on securing a strong finish in the Cup Series.