During Friday night’s Stafford Speedway race, Ryan Preece was not only competing intensely against Greg Biffle but also engaging fans by tweeting mid-race. This unexpected online interaction energized the crowd at the sold-out New England 900 and added a memorable twist to the high-octane competition.
With 10,000 fans watching, Preece’s clever use of his phone while racing surrounded by a chaotic field created a viral moment that captured widespread attention both at the track and online.
How RFK Racing and Preece Created a Viral Exchange
The excitement grew when RFK Racing shared a trackside photo featuring Preece’s BuildSubmarines hat, noting that technical difficulties delayed their video updates amid intense on-track action. The team humorously mentioned keeping an eye on the hat
“until he’s done freedom racing his Crown Vic.”
Meanwhile, Preece seized a yellow flag pause to send out a tweet directly from his car, saying,
“May have used my NOS to soon,”
accompanied by a GIF from The Fast and the Furious. This sparked RFK Racing’s rapid comeback tweet, urging him,
“Ryan put the phone down, we’re back to yellow flag.”
The banter between Preece and RFK ignited fan excitement, as 21 Crown Vics raced tightly around Stafford’s half-mile circuit, blending online humor with on-track drama.
The Role of Cleetus McFarland’s Spins in Setting the Stage
Just minutes before the viral tweets, Preece had successfully defended the lead against Biffle during a restart, shortly before Cleetus McFarland spun twice, adding to the unpredictable event flow. The mix of spirited racing and social media fun made for a night full of surprises and laughter.
What Happened During the Intense 13-Lap Duel at Stafford
Preece’s social media moment foreshadowed an exhilarating 13-lap showdown against Biffle, featuring eight cautions and multiple lead changes. In the final laps, Preece executed a bold move to secure his first Crown Vic victory, impressing both fans and fellow drivers.
Speaking from victory lane, Preece reflected on the experience:
“I’ll tell you what, this has to be the most fun I’ve had in a race car in a damn long time,”
expressing gratitude to the race organizers.
Biffle detailed his battle with the nitrous setup, sharing,
“I was chasing the nitrous switch around. It was dangling and I was pushing the button and driving it with one hand.”
He added about the closing moments,
“We got together a little bit, but it was a lot of fun.”
Preece admitted to aggressive racing, saying,
“I felt bad about using my right side door pretty hard on him. We had a blast.”
His victory came after fighting through traffic, handling three-wide restarts, and navigating the challenges presented by McFarland’s multiple spins.
Preece’s Triumph Marks a Milestone Amid the Rowdy Stafford Scene
By the race’s end, Preece had mastered the wild event, balancing social media antics with fierce on-track performance. RFK Racing’s lighthearted “babysitting” of Preece’s hat concluded as he captured the win, highlighting his ability to manage both distractions and fierce competition.
This win distinctly elevates Preece’s standing in the grassroots Crown Vic racing community, blending excitement and humor with genuine driving skill, much to the delight of fans watching live and online alike.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Where is Ryan Preece going in 2025?
A. Ryan Preece will join RFK Racing to drive the No. 60 Ford Mustang in 2025. Before this, he drove the No. 41 car for Stewart-Haas Racing in 2024.
Q. Has Ryan Preece ever won a race?
A. Preece has raced in multiple NASCAR Xfinity Series events for Joe Gibbs Racing, achieving two victories. In 2021, he won his first Truck Series race during his debut in that series. Additionally, Preece often competes in the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour, where he has gathered 25 wins so far in his career.
