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Layne Riggs Eyes Victory at TSport 200 Ahead of NASCAR Truck Series Showdown

The points leader heads into Friday night’s race at Indianapolis, chasing his third win of the season.

Layne Riggs sits atop the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series standings as the series rolls into Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park for the TSport 200, a Friday night spectacle that will be televised live on FOX Sports 1. The race marks the latest chapter in a season that has seen Riggs combine three wins, a runner‑up, a third‑place finish and a fourth‑place finish over the past seven outings.

A Tight Battle for the Lead

Close behind Riggs, Kaden Honeycutt holds second place with 581 points after an 11th‑place finish last week, while Chandler Smith sits third with 514 points. Smith began the season with a victory in the series’ opening race and added a win at the FaithFest 250, underscoring his early‑season momentum.

Historic Wins and Upcoming Milestones

The TSport 200 has a storied past, with three different drivers — Grant Enfinger, Ty Majeski and Riggs — having captured the checkered flag since the event’s return to the schedule. Riggs’ most recent triumph was a dominant performance in which he led 160 laps and fended off challengers such as Corey Day, Corey Heim, Enfinger and Majeski.

With only two races remaining before The Chase begins, the points battle is poised to intensify. Riggs, Honeycutt and Smith each have a realistic shot at securing a playoff berth, but the unpredictable nature of short‑track racing means no lead is safe.

Fans eager to follow the action can tune in to FOX Sports 1 at 8:00 p.m. ET on Friday, July 24, 2026, to watch the TSport 200 unfold on the historic Indianapolis circuit. The broadcast promises close on‑track competition, pit‑road strategy drama and the chance to see Riggs attempt to extend his points advantage.

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