Julia Piquet, wife of driver Daniel Suarez, expressed her alarm after a risky moment involving Shane Van Gisbergen’s Iowa spin nearly resulted in a collision at Iowa Speedway. The Kiwi driver lost control entering turn 2 on Sunday, triggering the opening caution of the race and almost involving Suarez in the incident. This event added to the already tense atmosphere of the Iowa Corn 350 competition.
Race details highlight struggles for Suarez and Van Gisbergen
Daniel Suarez’s day at Iowa Speedway was disappointing, starting 26th and slipping to 28th by the finish, marking his third consecutive race outside the top 20. After falling a couple of spots early in the race, Suarez found himself dodging danger when his Trackhouse Racing teammate, Shane Van Gisbergen, spun and hit the outside wall. The impact sent Van Gisbergen back into the path of oncoming cars, but Suarez managed to avoid the crash.
Despite efforts to recover, Suarez’s result was underwhelming, reflecting ongoing difficulties during the season. Van Gisbergen also experienced a rough outing, finishing 31st after spinning out again, this time following contact with Kyle Busch. The Kiwi driver faced further frustration after a clash with Carson Hocevar, which added to his challenging day on the track.
Julia Piquet’s reaction captures the near-miss intensity
Sharing the incident on her social media account, Julia Piquet captioned the video showing Van Gisbergen’s spin with a candid expression of concern.
“TOO CLOSE FOR COMFORT YO”
—Julia Piquet, Wife of Daniel Suarez
Suarez’s playoff chances diminish as season nears end
With three races remaining in the regular season, Daniel Suarez is considerably behind in the driver standings and effectively out of playoff contention unless he secures a win. His two teammates on Trackhouse Racing, however, have locked in their playoff positions, including Van Gisbergen, who boasts three victories this year at various road courses. Suarez currently ranks 31st overall, with one top-five finish and 363 points, emphasizing the growing gap between him and the playoff field.
Personal milestones amid racing uncertainties for Daniel Suarez
On a more personal note, Julia Piquet and Daniel Suarez recently celebrated their first wedding anniversary on July 30, sharing nostalgic photos and heartfelt reflections on their year together. Despite the couple’s private joy, Suarez faces an uncertain future in racing; he has yet to secure a seat for the 2026 season following his departure from Trackhouse Racing. The 33-year-old spoke openly about this transition, framing it as a new chapter rather than a setback.
“I want to make sure that you guys and all the people listening (know) I’m not sad for this. This is just a new chapter. That’s all it is. This is not a sad moment, it’s just a change,”
—Daniel Suarez, Driver
“This is not something new for me. I have known about this for a while. It just happens to be official today. I’m actually a little bit relieved it’s already out and people know about it and we can talk about it and we can move forward with future plans,”
—Daniel Suarez, Driver
Future prospects remain unclear amid rumors and legal disputes
Suarez’s only win this season was in the Xfinity Series event in Mexico City, but his next moves are uncertain. Speculation has circulated about a potential opportunity with Rick Ware Racing’s third charter; however, the ongoing legal dispute between Rick Ware Racing and Legacy Motor Club complicates this possibility. Suarez will continue to weigh his options as the off-season approaches, hoping to secure a competitive drive for the upcoming year.