The at-track big screen candid photos included shots of Mexican native Daniel Suarez in the grandstands posing with fans. He could barely walk in the paddock without being stopped for an autograph and the fans watching Friday’s practice sessions were loudly cheering their hometown hero at every turn.
Suarez, who has tirelessly and enthusiastically done so much advance work to promote the Mexico City NASCAR race, said Friday he is humbled and amazed by the reception.
“The entire weekend has exceeded every single expectation I have had,’’ said Suarez, driver of the No. 99 Trackhouse Racing Chevrolet. “For that, I want to say thank you. … Finally I am able to drive a car and not just talk about it and hopefully, I will have fun and continue to enjoy this moment. We are making history right now, not just NASCAR, not just me but the entire country of Mexico.
“This is something very special and shows that when these two countries work together, the sky’s the limit.’’
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