Ryan Blaney secured his third victory of the 2025 season by winning the Mobil 1 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway on September 21, clinching a spot in the NASCAR Round of 8. The Ryan Blaney New Hampshire win came after a tense battle in the final laps, highlighting the competitive tension of the race.
Final Battle and Race Dynamics at New Hampshire
During most of the race, polesitter Joey Logano dominated, leading 147 laps and maintaining a strong hold on the lead. However, with 74 laps remaining, Blaney managed to overtake Logano. After the last cycle of green flag pit stops, Blaney extended his lead to roughly four seconds before the race was interrupted by a yellow flag with 48 laps to go, triggered by Cody Ware’s incident on the track.
This caution period created a critical moment in the race as Chase Elliott and Josh Berry chose to stay out on the track, while Blaney, Logano, and several others opted to pit for two tires. The strategic decisions during this phase intensified the competitive atmosphere and contributed to Blaney’s narrow victory.
Race Stages and On-Track Incidents
The race was split into stages, with Blaney winning the opening stage and Logano taking the second. The event was marked by additional tension when Denny Hamlin spun Ty Gibbs on Lap 110 in turn 1 after frustrations over aggressive driving and previous contact, adding to the uneasy atmosphere throughout the race.
Top Ten Finishers and Upcoming NASCAR Events
The race’s top ten finishers included William Byron, Joey Logano, Chase Elliott, Christopher Bell, Kyle Larson, Michael McDowell, Ross Chastain, and Chase Briscoe joining Blaney and Berry on the leaderboard. Looking ahead, the Round of 12 competition continues at Kansas Speedway on September 28, with the Hollywood Casino 400 set to start at 3 p.m. ET and broadcast on USA Network.
This race not only advances Blaney further into the playoffs but also sets a tense tone for the remaining rounds, where every move and strategy will be scrutinized as drivers vie for the championship.
