Red Bull joins Trackhouse Racing to sponsor van Gisbergen and Zilisch
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Red Bull is back in NASCAR racing through a partnership with Trackhouse Racing and drivers Shane van Gisbergen and Connor Zilisch.
In addition to serving as the official energy drink of Trackhouse Racing, Red Bull will serve as a primary sponsor in five NASCAR Cup Series races for van Gisbergen on the No. 88 Chevrolet. The company will also serve as the primary sponsor for Zilisch when he makes his Cup Series debut at Circuit of The Americas (March 2) in the No. 87 Chevrolet.
"It's an incredible chapter in the history of Trackhouse Racing to welcome Red Bull back to NASCAR," said Trackhouse founder and owner Justin Marks. "Red Bull is one of the most powerful brands in the world and it's an honor for us to embark on a partnership with such an iconic company.
"Red Bull and Trackhouse share a passion for racing, stories, and memorable experiences. This is a huge win for our sport and a moment that will resonate with the millions of NASCAR fans around the world. I'm thrilled for Connor, Shane, and every member of Trackhouse to partner with who I consider to be the greatest motorsport company in the world. We are more than honored to welcome Red Bull to the Trackhouse Racing family."
Van Gisbergen is well acquainted with Red Bull, having been a Red Bull Athlete since 2016 and winning three Supercars championships with the energy drinks company’s support. He will have the Red Bull colors on his car at Las Vegas Motor Speedway (March 16), Sonoma Raceway (July 13), Iowa Speedway (Aug. 3), Daytona International Speedway (Aug. 23), and Kansas Speedway (Sept. 28).
"I have enjoyed a lot of new experiences and met a lot of new people since coming to NASCAR but it is nice to be joined by Red Bull, who has been a big supporter of mine for many years back home," van Gisbergen said. "I'd love nothing more than to give Red Bull a victory as a way to thank them for joining myself, Connor and Trackhouse Racing."
It will be the first time since 2011 there has been a Red Bull-sponsored car in the series. Red Bull exited the sport in 2011 with the dissolution of Red Bull Racing.
Zilisch, a Trackhouse Racing development driver, has a full-time ride with JR Motorsports in the NASCAR Xfinity Series this season. He became a Red Bull Athlete in August.
"I was surprised when they presented me my Red Bull helmet and hat last summer and doubly surprised when they told me I would make my Cup debut in the No. 87 with a Red Bull paint scheme," Zilisch said. "Red Bull is going to bring a lot more eyes to NASCAR and I think everyone will win when that happens."
