NASCAR Xfinity Series Preview: The Chilango 150

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The NASCAR Xfinity Series makes its highly anticipated return to Mexico City for The Chilango 150, marking the first race at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez since 2008. This road-course battle will test drivers’ adaptability on the 2.429-mile, 15-turn circuit, known for its technical challenges and high-speed straights.

Race Details

Event: The Chilango 150

Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025

Time: 4:30 PM ET

Venue: Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, Mexico City, Mexico

TV Broadcast: The CW, MRN Radio, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio

Track Type: Road Course (2.429 miles, 15 turns)

Race Significance & Historical Context

The Xfinity Series last raced in Mexico City in 2008, with Kyle Busch securing victory. This marks the second road-course event of the 2025 season, following Circuit of The Americas, where Connor Zilisch claimed his first career win. With seven road-course races on the schedule, drivers specializing in technical circuits will look to capitalize on this opportunity.

Top Contenders & Key Drivers

Justin Allgaier (#7, JR Motorsports)

Reigning Xfinity Series Champion

Leads the series in laps led (638) and top-10 finishes (10)

Seeking his fourth win of the season after triumphs at Nashville, Dover, and Richmond

Austin Hill (#21, Richard Childress Racing)

Three-time winner in 2025

Known for superspeedway dominance, but improving on road courses

Second in championship standings, trailing Allgaier by 92 points

Sam Mayer (#41, JR Motorsports)

Holds four career road-course wins, tied for most in the field

Still searching for his first victory of 2025

Strong contender given his road-course expertise

Ty Gibbs (#19, Joe Gibbs Racing)

2022 Xfinity Series Champion

Making his first Xfinity start of 2025

Has won at Daytona, Watkins Glen, Road America, and Indianapolis in past seasons

Connor Zilisch (#88, JR Motorsports)

Rookie sensation with a win at Circuit of The Americas

Has two runner-up finishes since returning from injury

A rising star in road-course racing

Prediction: Allgaier edges out Gibbs in a late-race battle

With Mexico City’s technical layout, expect pit strategy and tire management to play a crucial role. Allgaier’s consistency and Gibbs’ road-course prowess make them top contenders, but Zilisch’s breakout potential could shake up the field.

Driver                                                   Odds

Connor Zilisch                                   + 100

Ty Gibbs                                              + 300

Daniel Suarez                                     + 330

Christopher Bell                               + 750

Sam Mayer                                         + 1200

Justin Allgaier                                   + 1600

Sheldon Creed                                  + 2500

Carson Kvapil                                    + 2500

Austin Hill                                           + 2500

Jesse Love                                           + 4000

Taylor Gray                                         + 5000

Sammy Smith                                    + 6500

William Sawalich                             + 7000

Christian Eckes                                  + 7000

Brandon Jones                                  + 15000

Andres Perez de Lara Gonzalez  + 15000

Nicholas Sanchez                             + 20000

Austin Green                                     + 20000

Harrison Burton                                + 25000

Daniel Dye                                          + 25000

Anthony Alfredo                              + 25000

Alex Labbe                                          + 25000

Sage Karam                                        + 40000

Ruben Rovelo                                   + 40000

Ryan Sieg                                            + 50000

Parker Retzlaff                                  + 50000

Jeremy Clements                             + 50000

Jeb Burton                                          + 50000

Thomas Annunziata                        + 70000

Ryan Ellis                                             + 70000

Matt DiBenedetto                           + 70000

Kyle Sieg                                              + 70000

Kris Wright                                         + 70000

Josh Williams                                    + 70000

Josh Bilicki                                          + 70000

Dean Thompson                               + 70000

Brennan Poole                                  + 70000

Brad Perez                                          + 70000

Blaine Perkins                                   + 70000

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, June 13, 2025