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Ryan Blaney enjoyed his Saturday at Bristol Motor Speedway despite a drastic change in track conditions between NASCAR Cup Series practice and qualifying. “A fun day, overall,” Blaney said after wi…
Ryan Blaney had a challenging but enjoyable day at Bristol Motor Speedway, winning the pole despite drastic track condition changes. Qualifying was particularly tricky, with varying levels of grip in different rounds catching drivers off guard. Some drivers, like Justin Haley and Chris Buescher, struggled to control their cars on the evolving track surface. The application of resin to add a new groove to the track led to mixed reactions, with drivers unsure of its effectiveness. The day left many drivers, including Martin Truex Jr., feeling that Bristol was driving differently than expected, making it a tough and unpredictable day of racing.
