Ryan Blaney captured pole position for the upcoming NASCAR Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway, posting a qualifying lap at 134.191 mph that set the fastest time of the session.
The achievement adds to Blaney’s third victory at the .875‑mile oval, complementing earlier wins in the 2015 O'Reilly Auto Parts Series and the 2012 Camping World Truck Series, underscoring a long‑standing affinity for the venue.
Sitting third in the series standings, Blaney trails points leader Denny Hamlin by 120 points with four races remaining before The Chase, yet he remains confident that a regular‑season championship is within reach.
He will share the front row with Kyle Larson, while Joey Logano qualified third and Brad Keselowski, fourth, may be forced to start from a backup car after an incident in qualifying.
Defending champion William Byron entered the race from 19th, seeking to rebound after a challenging qualifying effort.
A Track of Familiar Triumphs
Iowa Speedway’s unique layout has been a springboard for Blaney’s early career successes and continues to shape the competitive landscape as the season progresses.