Get ready to witness history in the making! Shane van Gisbergen is on a roll, and Las Vegas might just be his next conquest. Fresh off a stunning victory at the Bank of America ROVAL 400 in Charlotte, the Kiwi sensation is riding a wave of momentum as he heads to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. But here's where it gets controversial: Is he already the greatest road racer in NASCAR history? Denny Hamlin thinks so, but van Gisbergen himself isn’t convinced—yet. And this is the part most people miss: while his road course dominance is undeniable—five consecutive wins tying him with the legendary Jeff Gordon—his oval racing skills are quietly evolving, as evidenced by his recent top-10 finish at Kansas Speedway. Could Las Vegas be the stage where he bridges the gap between road and oval supremacy? With the No. 88 Trackhouse Racing team firing on all cylinders and just four races left in the season, the stakes have never been higher. But let’s not forget the unique challenges of Las Vegas: its notoriously bumpy track surface and unpredictable turns make it a beast of its own. Plus, van Gisbergen will be sporting a special paint scheme designed in collaboration with Jockey International, proudly showcasing his New Zealand heritage. It’s a bold statement on and off the track. So, here’s the burning question: Can van Gisbergen carry his road course magic to the ovals and cement his legacy as a NASCAR great? Or will Las Vegas humble him like it has so many before? Tune in Sunday at 5:30 p.m. ET on USA to find out—and let us know your thoughts in the comments. Is van Gisbergen the future of NASCAR, or is it too early to crown him? The debate is on!
