Layne Riggs will lead the field for the upcoming Faith Fest 250 at North Wilkesboro Speedway after posting the fastest lap of 18.502 seconds, averaging 121.608 mph, in qualifying for the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series event.
A Tight Battle for the Front Row
He edged out Carson Hocevar by just 0.016 seconds, a margin that underscored the razor‑thin contest for pole position and highlighted the competitive depth of the series.
Crew Chief’s Turnaround
Riggs entered the session grappling with handling issues, but crew chief Dylan Cappello made key adjustments that transformed the No. 34 Front Row Motorsports Ford F‑150 into a competitive machine, allowing the driver to claim his second pole of the season and sixth career pole.
The pole position also marks Riggs' second qualifying highlight of the season and his sixth career pole in the Truck Series, reinforcing his growing reputation among fans and peers.
A Star‑Studded Starting Grid
Joining Riggs on the front row, Christopher Bell will start third and Corey Heim fourth, while a host of series regulars — including Gio Ruggiero, Chase Elliott, Kaden Honeycutt, Grant Enfinger, Chandler Smith and Stewart Friesen — rounded out the top‑10 qualifiers.
The session also saw two drivers — Landon Huffman and Timmy Hill — fail to make the grid, underscoring the fierce competition for limited spots.
Looking Ahead
With a blend of seasoned Cup Series talent and rising Truck Series stars, the Faith Fest 250 promises a dynamic battle for position, as teams aim to translate qualifying speed into race‑day success under the North Carolina sun.
Fans can expect a high‑octane showcase of speed and strategy as the trucks take the track, with Riggs eyeing his first victory of the season after a strong qualifying performance.