Daniel Suarez: Navigating Contract Uncertainty Amid Cup Series Challenges
Las Vegas, NV — Daniel Suarez, the standout Mexican driver in NASCAR, is facing a challenging season in the Cup Series while enjoying success in the Xfinity division. Despite clinching a significant win in Mexico City earlier this year, Suarez has not seen similar results in the Cup Series, where he has recorded only one top-five finish in 2024—a runner-up at Las Vegas.
Suarez’s last Cup victory came over 50 races ago in February 2024 at Atlanta, following a dramatic three-wide finish. Shortly after, he signed a one-year extension with Trackhouse Racing, putting him once again in a pivotal contract year.
In a recent interview on the Dale Jr. Download, Suarez remarked, “It’s going to be maybe in a few months when I know for sure what 2026 will look like for me.” He expressed some discomfort regarding various aspects of his situation, but emphasized his loyalty to Trackhouse: “I love this team…and I want to see this team successful, regardless of if I’m in it or not.”
Suarez’s career trajectory saw him move from Joe Gibbs Racing, where he took the place of Carl Edwards, to Stewart-Haas Racing, before landing a key role with Trackhouse in 2021. Reflecting on his growth, he stated, “I have never felt more complete as a driver than I do now,” highlighting his commitment to further success within the sport.
As teammate wins bolster Trackhouse’s playoff positioning, Suarez is determined to translate his potential into results, reaffirming optimism about the future: “Right now, everything is an option. All I know is that things are gonna work out.”
With a focus on the upcoming races, Suarez aims to reignite his winning ways as he navigates the complexities of his contract and performance on track.
