Layne Riggs emerged victorious in the Navy 250, a 160‑mile Craftsman Truck Series event that capped the NASCAR San Diego weekend, securing his third win in the past four races.
A Thrilling Overtime Finish
The race began with a strong showing from veteran Jimmie Johnson, who had not competed in a Truck Series event for 17 years. Starting fourth, Johnson led the opening stage and ran near the front for much of the early laps before a series of spins and pit stops dropped him to 30th.
Mid‑race complications left Riggs running on fumes and stuck in fourth, but a two‑lap overtime period turned the tide. Kaden Honeycutt had been at the front when he lost control on the final restart, handing the lead to Tyler Reif, who himself soon spun, allowing Riggs to seize the advantage.
Riggs held on to claim the checkered flag, marking his third victory in the last four races and underscoring his dominance this season. The chaotic finish featured multiple lead changes, a late‑race spin by Johnson, and a dramatic overtime sprint that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
The event highlighted the competitive nature of the series, with teams like Front Row Motorsports fielding entries and NASCAR overseeing the weekend in San Diego. Qualifying speeds saw Kaden Honeycutt on pole at 90.813 mph, followed by Riggs and Johnson, while local qualifier Austin Varco started 29th.