“Still Get Goosebumps”: Daniel Suarez Reveals What Makes Winning at Indianapolis Special

In the grand tapestry of NASCAR racing history, there are moments that stir the soul, and then there’s the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. A place that conjures emotions like no other. For Daniel Suarez, the track isn’t just another circuit. It’s a hallowed ground that carries memories and dreams every time he passes through the famous tunnel. As he gears up for another thrilling race, Daniel Suarez unveils the magic that gives Indianapolis a special place in his heart.

Nestled in Speedway, Indiana, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway stands as a coliseum of speed. A place where legends are born and feats are etched in racing history. This iconic track, host to the famed Indy 500 and the former Brickyard 400, holds a special place in the heart of every racer who has ever raced on it.

Daniel Suarez talks about the one thing that makes Indianapolis special

The Trackhouse Racing driver for the #99 team holds a deep-rooted love for Indianapolis, regardless of the kind of track or the type of car he is driving. To him, it’s more than a track; it’s a repository of history, an emblem of speed.

“I think that a win here in Indianapolis, it would be like a dream,” said Suarez in a pre-race conference. “This place is like none other you know. Every time that you go through the tunnel and you see the museum in front of you. It is quite special. I remember like it was yesterday the very first time I crossed the tunnel, and I still get goosebumps just like the very first time. So it would be very special to get a win here and I think that we are fully capable of doing it. And like I said, I think that our chances for this weekend are as good as anyone.”

Even back in the day, when the Brickyard 400 at the Indianapolis Oval got switched with the Road Course, he continued to praise Indy while other drivers were not happy with NASCAR’s decision.

Talking about NASCAR switching to the road course at IMS, Suarez was reported by motorsport.com as saying, “I love Indianapolis no matter what shape it is in. Whether it’s an oval or a road course, whether it’s in an Indycar or a stock car. I love going there and seeing so much history. It’s funny, the oval at Indianapolis in Cup car is like racing on a road course. So now we will be racing on the road course. I love that we are adding more and more road courses.”

Suarez not only spoke about how he loves the track, but he also qualified P1 for the race on Sunday. He shed light on what it will take for him to convert the pole to a win.

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Suarez plans his race after bagging the Pole at the Indianapolis Road Course

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As the anticipation for the race reaches a crescendo, Daniel Suarez makes his mark on the Indianapolis Road Course by clinching the pole position. This reflects not only his skill but also the collective effort of the Trackhouse Racing team. But the pole is just the beginning; Suarez knows that the path from pole to victory is a challenge in its own right.

With his signature humility, Suarez reflected on his performance after qualifying. “You know, first of all, I have to thank everyone at Trackhouse, everyone in the #99 Team… So, it’s a good first day, looking forward to carrying that forward tomorrow.” When asked about the key to converting the pole into a win, Suarez emphasizes execution and enjoyment: “Execution, you know we have to execute well. The car has the speed… now we have to have a good clean day and execute and the most important thing, have fun.”

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