Mexican driver Daniel Suarez starred in one of the most outstanding performances of the weekend in the NASCAR Cup Series 2026, finishing fifth at the Atlanta Motor Speedway, signing his first Top-5 of the season.
The competition, held at the 1.54-mile (2.47 km) oval in Hampton, Georgia, was extended beyond the scheduled time. Although originally scheduled for 260 laps, a red flag caused by a multiple collision forced to extend the race to 271 laps, in a day marked by 10 caution flags and constant on-track incidents.
A spectacular comeback
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Daniel Suarez started from 12th position after Saturday’s qualifying session was cancelled due to rain.
However, the start was complicated: he finished 25th in the first stage and repeated that position in the second segment.
It was in the final stage where the Monterrey native showed character and experience.
With aggressive but precise maneuvers, he managed to climb 20 positions, avoiding multiple crashes and taking advantage of key restarts after yellow flags.
Once inside the Top-10, Daniel Suarez maintained a competitive pace that allowed him to continue advancing to secure fifth place.
This result represents an important boost for the start of the 2026 calendar.
“What a race! There was everything. We leave with a good result that gives us confidence to face the next commitments,” said the pilot after the competition.
Latin Pride in NASCAR
For the Hispanic community in the United States, the Mexican driver’s performance continues to be a source of pride.
Daniel Suárez remains one of the main Latino references in the NASCAR Cup Series.
Consolidating its presence in one of the most demanding categories in world motorsport.
The Top-5 finish in Atlanta not only adds valuable points in the overall standings, but also strengthens their playoff aspirations for the season.
Daniel Suárez started from 12th position
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What’s next for Suarez
The next stop for the championship will be in Texas, where the NASCAR Cup Series will race the third date of the calendar at the Circuit of the Americas on March 1.
With the boost of this comeback in Atlanta, Daniel Suárez will seek to maintain consistency and fight again for the top places.
The season is just beginning, but the message is clear:
Daniel Suarez is ready to compete at the highest level in NASCAR.
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