Joey Logano, a three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion and one of the youngest winners in the sport’s history, remains without a victory at the Coca-Cola 600 despite his success on many renowned tracks. The Team Penske driver recently finished 17th at Charlotte Motor Speedway, earning 20 points, but the race’s overwhelming atmosphere, especially in the crowded pit lane, stands out as his biggest challenge.
As Team Penske’s home race, the Coca-Cola 600 draws intense attention, with family, friends, and supporters packing Charlotte Motor Speedway. The presence of many Gold Star Families adds emotional weight and a sense of responsibility to the event, while more distant relatives and extended guests create an even busier and more hectic environment for drivers like Logano.
Logano explained on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio how the jam-packed pre-race pit lane can pose safety hazards, saying,
I know NASCAR has cameras everywhere, and they’re watching things. But people were falling all over the cars. It’s like they’re everywhere!
—Joey Logano, Team Penske Driver
This chaotic scene makes it difficult for drivers to focus as they prepare for the grueling race ahead. Despite the pressure and distraction of the crowded space, Logano continues to face the challenges at Charlotte determined to break through and claim a win at the iconic speedway.
