Ryan Blaney secured a spot in the NASCAR Cup playoffs, joining his Penske teammates Joey Logano and Austin Cindric after winning at Nashville, making him the ninth driver to secure a post-season spot.
Blaney’s victory at Nashville came after a season marked by challenges, with five DNFs and missed win opportunities.
During the race’s final laps, Blaney braced himself for potential challenges but ultimately finished strong with no late-race incidents.
This win means that all three Penske cars will compete in the playoffs for the second consecutive year, a remarkable achievement for the team.
Blaney expressed pride in Team Penske and the Wood Brothers for their collective success and teamwork, highlighting their early-season speed and cohesion.
As Penske aims to continue its winning streak in the Next Gen era, the team’s strong communication and performance bode well for their odds of clinching the championship in November.
