Joey Logano’s Heartfelt Admission: The “Only Chance” to Outshine Ryan Blaney at New Hampshire!
In a gripping showdown at the Mobil 1 301 on September 21, 2025, Joey Logano, the defending NASCAR Cup Series champion, delivered a performance that left fans on the edge of their seats. Despite leading an astonishing 147 laps and finishing in fourth place, Logano revealed a surprising truth: he didn’t feel like the most dominant force on the track.
The race unfolded at the challenging New Hampshire Speedway, where the drama was palpable. Logano, who secured the coveted pole position with a lap time of 29.16 seconds and a blistering speed of 130.62 mph, kicked off the day with high hopes. His teammate Ryan Blaney wasn’t far behind, starting from P2, just 0.170 seconds off Logano’s pace.
As the race progressed, the competition intensified with Logano and Blaney exchanging leads like heavyweight boxers trading punches. While Blaney triumphed in stage one, Logano claimed victory in stage two, setting the stage for a nail-biting finale. But it was in the pits where Logano believed his chance to best Blaney lay.
In a revealing post-race interview, the Middletown, Connecticut native shared his thoughts with NBC Sports, stating, “The 12 was wicked fast in practice, and he showed that again in the race. Our only chance was beating him on pit road and beating on details, but they were able to make up their track position when they put four on. Over time they got back up there. That last restart, I could have restarted behind him and probably finished third in the race, but I wanted a chance to win, and if I was behind the 12, I wasn’t gonna win. I went for it, and it cost us a spot, but overall, I’m proud of the execution.”
Logano’s bold decision to take risks didn’t pay off as he had hoped, but it certainly showcased his hunger for victory. As the dust settled, the impact of this race echoed through the Cup Series standings. Both drivers saw significant movement, with Blaney leading the points table with an impressive 33 playoff points, while Logano climbed from tenth to sixth after finishing fourth.
But that’s not all—Logano’s ambitions extend beyond New Hampshire. Earlier this year, he candidly expressed his desire to add the elusive Dover Motor Speedway Monster Trophy to his collection. Despite competing in 29 races at the track without a single win, Logano remains undeterred. Reflecting on his past, he lamented, “As far as coolness of trophies, yeah, it’s up there pretty high. It’s pretty cool; you put the die-cast card, and it looks cool. I got four of the little ones from the Xfinity races, but I’d trade every one of those for a Cup win; Cup wins obviously mean a lot more.”
As Logano continues his pursuit of greatness, he remains a formidable presence in the NASCAR circuit. With 609 races under his belt, 37 wins, and a staggering 173 top-five finishes, Logano’s tenacity and skill make him a driver to watch as the season unfolds.
The drama of the Mobil 1 301 may have come to a close, but the story of Joey Logano’s relentless drive for victory is just beginning. Will he finally secure that coveted trophy? Only time will tell, but one thing is for certain: Logano is not backing down.
