New Hampshire win was vintage Ryan Blaney in every way
By Ryan Blaney standards, this wasn’t even a stereotypical radio meltdown after a pit road gaffe, but his response to it was vintage. The Team Penske No. 12 had just won the second stage on Sunday at New Hampshire Motor Speedway when a slow pull on the left front cost him 13 positions. Blaney, who had experienced an above average number of pit woes this spring was frustrated but more level ...…
Ryan Blaney's victory at the New Hampshire Motor Speedway reinforced his reputation as a seasoned competitor in the NASCAR Cup Series. During the second stage, Team Penske's No. 12 car won, but Blaney suffered a setback when a slow pull on the left front cost him 13 positions. Veteran spotter Tim Fedewa helped him refocus, saying "We'll do it the hard way."
Blaney explained that he needed to express his frustration to move past it. The pit road issue actually worked in the team's favor, allowing them to use two tires and gain track position. Blaney acknowledged that the team with four tires should have beaten him, but ultimately, the car that best capitalized on the race conditions won.
Despite the challenges of traffic and starting to struggle on the final laps, Blaney managed to close in on the lead and secure the victory. He emphasized the importance of staying focused on the next race while acknowledging the challenges ahead.
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