NASCAR Overcomes Hurdles for Mexico City Cup Race

NASCAR held its first-ever Cup Series race outside the U.S., the Viva Mexico 250 in Mexico City, overcoming substantial travel and logistical challenges including flight delays, rerouted teams, and complex customs arrangements. These disruptions forced NASCAR to adjust the weekend schedule, delaying Cup Series practice and shifting Xfinity Series sessions, though Cup teams retained their full practice time. Technical issues also arose, as the advanced SMT telemetry system was down for significant portions of practice, impacting analytics for teams. Despite initial skepticism and concerns about international logistics, NASCAR's experienced operations staff and partners ensured all teams and equipment ultimately arrived. Cup Series qualifying and race coverage were broadcast on Prime Video. The event highlighted both the complexity of international motorsports logistics and the adaptability of racing teams in the face of unexpected obstacles.