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Blaney "still going to have to fight hard" despite points cushion
Ryan Blaney enters Sunday’s race at Martinsville Speedway in a favorable position, sitting fourth in the playoff standings with a 10-point cushion above the cutoff line. This is the best position he has found himself in during this stage of the playoffs. However, Blaney remains focused and knows he still needs to fight hard and perform well in order to secure a spot in the final race. Team Penske has had an up-and-down season, but they have made a dedicated effort to find speed and have shown improvement in recent races. Blaney is optimistic about his chances at Martinsville, where he has consistently performed well in the past, but he understands that things can change and he needs to adapt to the new variables.
Source: motorsport
