Shane van Gisbergen has secured the pole position for the upcoming Grant Park 165 NASCAR Cup Series race, scheduled for July 6 at the picturesque Chicago street course. His impressive qualifying lap clocked in at 1 minute, 29.656 seconds, placing him more than four-tenths of a second ahead of Michael McDowell.
In a challenging qualifying session, Corey Heim faced disappointment as he suffered suspension damage after hitting the wall, resulting in him not qualifying for the race. Additionally, notable drivers William Byron, Chase Elliott, and Denny Hamlin were also affected; they all encountered incidents during practice that prevented them from participating in the qualifying session, leaving them to start at the back of the field. Bubba Wallace struggled as well, spinning twice during qualifying, which positions him in 37th place.
The race, which is a 75-lap event covering 165 miles, will take place on a 2.2-mile temporary road course in downtown Chicago. The starting lineup for the Grant Park 165 includes a blend of seasoned drivers and rising stars, which should provide an exciting showdown on race day.
As fans gear up for the event, they can look forward to extensive coverage on TNT, with additional streaming options, including in-car cameras through the MAX app, enhancing viewer experience with behind-the-scenes access.
Overall, the Grant Park 165 promises to be an exhilarating race, with van Gisbergen leading the charge and a host of talented competitors chasing victory in what is sure to be a thrilling spectacle in the heart of Chicago.