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Ryan Blaney has been the reigning NASCAR Cup Series champion since February, but beginning Sunday afternoon, he’s now on championship defense. But the Team Penske driver doesn’t feel that makes him…
Ryan Blaney, currently the NASCAR Cup Series champion, is transitioning into a championship defense as the season progresses. Despite feeling like a target due to experiencing more wrecks this year, he remains focused on defending his title. Blaney emphasizes the importance of maintaining a championship mindset and motivation for himself and his team. Winning the championship in his first Championship 4 appearance, Blaney strives to intimidate other teams with his strong performance. He and his team have shown significant improvement and readiness for the upcoming playoff run compared to the previous year. Blaney is determined to continue their impressive pace and hopes for a successful playoff campaign for Team Penske as a whole.
