NASCAR has made a historic announcement with the addition of a race in Mexico City to the 2025 Cup Series schedule, marking the first points-paying international event for the series in 77 years. Scheduled for June 15, 2025, at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, this event is seen as a significant step towards NASCAR's international expansion ambitions, with Ben Kennedy, NASCAR's executive vice president, emphasizing the need for the right timing and location. This race will replace the spring event at Richmond International Raceway and will also feature the Xfinity Series. Mexican driver Daniel Suárez expressed his excitement, calling it a 'dream come true' as he previously raced in NASCAR Mexico. The move is part of NASCAR's ongoing strategy to diversify its venues, which has included events in Nashville and a street race in Chicago. The race is expected to draw attention in a city with over 20 million residents, offering a major opportunity for the sport's growth.