Stenhouse-Hocevar Feud Boils Over in Mexico City

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. and Carson Hocevar's feud intensified after Hocevar, while a lap down, spun Stenhouse in the stadium section during NASCAR’s inaugural Cup Series race in Mexico City. Following the incident, Stenhouse confronted Hocevar on pit road and threatened physical retaliation once back in the United States, an encounter widely captured on broadcast. Hocevar admitted fault, citing a brake lock-up, but Stenhouse dismissed the apology. The confrontation, occurring just two weeks after a similar clash at Nashville, drew strong reactions from fans, including references to Stenhouse's own crash history and online criticism of both drivers. Both finished poorly in Mexico (Stenhouse 27th, Hocevar 34th), while Shane Van Gisbergen won the race. The rivalry continues as NASCAR heads to Pocono Raceway next.