Joey Logano is on the cusp of making NASCAR history at Dover Motor Speedway in a jaw-dropping milestone achievement that will solidify his place among the sport’s elite. From a young and promising 18-year-old driver to a seasoned veteran now at 35, Logano is set to become the youngest racer ever to reach 600 career starts in the NASCAR Cup Series.
Having debuted in the Cup Series in 2008, Logano has come a long way since his humble beginnings, earning a reputation as a clutch performer with 37 Cup Series wins under his belt. His journey from a rookie flipping his car at Dover Motor Speedway to a three-time champion has been nothing short of remarkable.
As Logano gears up for his 600th race, he finds himself in esteemed company, poised to join the ranks of NASCAR legends like Richard Petty, Dale Earnhardt Jr., and Jimmie Johnson. The significance of this milestone is not lost on Logano, who reflects on his evolution from a cocky kid to a seasoned champion in front of the racing world.
With his eyes set on more victories and championships, Logano’s hunger for success knows no bounds. As he prepares to defend his crown in the playoffs, the seasoned driver remains as determined as ever to etch his name in the annals of NASCAR history alongside the greats.
Stay tuned as Joey Logano embarks on his quest to etch his name in the NASCAR history books at Dover Motor Speedway, a venue that holds both memories of past triumphs and the promise of future glory. The racing world awaits with bated breath as Logano vies to etch his name in the hallowed halls of NASCAR’s most elite clubs.
STATISTICS
Joseph Thomas “Joey” Logano (born May 24, 1990) is an American professional stock car racing driver. He currently competes full-time in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, driving the No. 22 Ford Fusion for Team Penske. He also drives the No. 22 Ford Mustang in the Xfinity Series for Penske on a part-time basis. He previously drove the No. 20 Toyota Camry for Joe Gibbs Racing from 2008 to 2012, collecting two wins and 41 Top 10 finishes. In 2015, he became the second-youngest Daytona 500 champion. Logano’s first major NASCAR win came during the Meijer 300 at Kentucky Speedway in just his third start in the 2008 Nationwide Series. Logano became the youngest driver to win a Nationwide Series race at 18 years, 21 days old. The previous youngest was Casey Atwood in 1999 at 18 years, 313 days. Logano became the youngest winner in Sprint Cup Series history when he won the 2009 Lenox Industrial Tools 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway at 19 years, 35 days. The previous youngest was Kyle Busch in 2005 at 20 years, 125 days. Logano is now the youngest winner in two of NASCAR’s three top divisions. Logano was also the first NASCAR driver born in the 1990s that has competed in NASCAR’s three major divisions. On September 25, 2014 it was announced that Logano had signed a multi-year contract extension with Team Penske that extends his tenure with the team through the 2018 season. Current Season: 8 podium finishes, 3 race wins, 2 pole positions. Championship standings: 2nd place with 285 points. Best lap times: Sector records at 4 circuits. Career wins: 25 victories from 180 starts. Fastest lap awards: 12 career fastest laps. Team performance: Leading constructor’s championship.
