NASCAR's new Daytona package was maybe directionally better?
Ryan Preece certainly enjoyed the new NASCAR Cup Series superspeedway package on Saturday night but of course he did. “I mean, yeah, I won,” Preece said. “I like it. Did you like it?” That’s a question better asked for his peers, starting with his team owner Brad Keselowski, who preceded him during post-race press conferences. “Honestly, I could not tell a difference,” ... Keep reading
Ryan Preece celebrated the new NASCAR Cup Series superspeedway package on Saturday night, but his peers had mixed reactions. Team owner Brad Keselowski admitted he couldn't tell the difference in performance after the changes, which included a shortened rear spoiler and reduced horsepower. Drivers like Chase Briscoe, Denny Hamlin, Christopher Bell, William Byron, and Erik Jones also had varying opinions on the package, with some calling it "better" and others finding it "worse" due to fuel-saving strategies and decreased horsepower.
Denny Hamlin thought the package was directionally positive, as it allowed for more competitive racing between stage lengths. However, Christopher Bell was perplexed by the reduced grip of the cars despite the shorter splitter. William Byron acknowledged the underwing's drag but expressed hope that more races with this package could improve.
Erik Jones felt the unintended consequence was excessive fuel saving, making the racing less enjoyable. NASCAR remains at "back to the drawing board" for further evaluation.
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