
Blaney’s Second Win Fuels Penske’s Surge as Hamlin Secures Regular‑Season Crown
Ryan Blaney’s latest victory and Denny Hamlin’s regular‑season triumph highlight a pivotal week for Team Penske and the upcoming Daytona finale.
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Ryan Blaney’s latest victory and Denny Hamlin’s regular‑season triumph highlight a pivotal week for Team Penske and the upcoming Daytona finale.

Ryan Blaney secured his second consecutive Cup Series win at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, while crew chief Billy Plourde’s regional roots and the No. 51 team’s struggle highlighted the race’s contrasting narratives.

Fans from across New England gathered for a seven‑day NASCAR weekend that blended on‑track action with local customs, from lobster trophies to first‑pitch ceremonies.

In a rain‑soaked, caution‑filled Mohegan Sun 100 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Jon McKennedy surged ahead in the final lap to claim his first NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour win, edging Tommy Catalano by 0.215 seconds while Ryan Preece finished third.

Six drivers were eliminated at New Hampshire, leaving only Ryan Preece and Brad Keselowski in contention for the final playoff places, with the season‑ending race at Daytona set to decide the outcome.
Ryan Blaney dominated the New Hampshire event, taking his second straight victory while Bubba Wallace and Josh Berry followed in second and third. The performance moves Ryan Preece closer to the Chase and leaves Chase Elliott mired in a points slump, setting up a high‑stakes finale at Daytona.

Ryan Blaney captured his third victory of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, edging Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds after a decisive two‑tire strategy call.

Ryan Preece closes the points gap, Shane van Gisbergen grapples with tire issues, and Ryan Blaney dominates New Hampshire, while Josh Berry’s historic streak adds depth to the championship picture.

Ryan Blaney overtook Bubba Wallace in the final stages after a pit crew mishap, securing his second consecutive NASCAR Cup Series victory and strengthening his playoff positioning.

The Dollar Tree 301 delivered a chaotic, rain‑laden race at New Hampshire, featuring early leads, multiple cautions, and a strategic finish that saw Ryan Blaney take the checkered flag.

Ryan Preece must overcome an eight‑point deficit while Shane Van Gisbergen seeks a stronger cushion as NASCAR’s championship hinges on the Daytona finale.

Ryan Blaney captures his second consecutive New Hampshire victory through a daring two‑tire strategy, while Denny Hamlin clinches the top Chase seed, leaving the championship battle finely tuned.

Ryan Blaney captured his 20th career victory at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, edging Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds. The result extends Team Penske’s winning streak and sets the stage for a dramatic playoff battle at Daytona.

Ryan Blaney turned a mid‑race pit‑crew blunder into a winning move, leading the final 74 laps and edging Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds. The performance underscores Team Penske’s strategic rebound and sets the stage for a showdown at Daytona.

Ryan Blaney overcame a pit‑crew mishap to charge from 17th to first, leading the final 74 laps and edging Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds.

Ryan Blaney survived a late pit‑stop mishap to take his second consecutive Cup victory, extending his points lead ahead of the season‑ending Daytona race.

Ryan Blaney overcame a pit‑crew error to win his second consecutive Cup Series race at New Hampshire, while Josh Berry’s third‑place finish extended Wood Brothers Racing’s streak and set the stage for the season‑ending showdown at Daytona.

Ryan Blaney led 115 laps and outlasted Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, securing his 20th career win and third of the season. The race featured a critical lug‑nut mishap, a switch from wet to slick tires, and a cascade of incidents that reshaped the playoff picture as the series heads to Daytona on August 29.

Ryan Blaney secured another win at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, extending Team Penske's recent streak and reshaping the playoff picture with Denny Hamlin clinching the top seed and several drivers battling for the final Chase spot.

Ryan Blaney led 115 laps and edged Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, with a critical pit‑crew error and tire strategy playing pivotal roles.

Ryan Blaney overcame a costly lug‑nut failure to win the Dollar Tree 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, edging Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds and securing his 20th career win.

Denny Hamlin clinches the No. 1 seed after a dominant New Hampshire race, while Ryan Preece stands as the only driver with a realistic shot at overtaking the cut‑line at Daytona.

Ryan Blaney overcame a mid‑race pit stop issue to win the NASCAR Cup event at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, leading 115 laps and edging out Bubba Wallace by a slim margin.

Ryan Blaney led 115 laps and out‑duelled Bubba Wallace by 0.586 seconds, securing his second straight Cup Series triumph and the third win of the season.