Ryan Blaney is anticipating a challenging race in Iowa due to the recent resurfacing of the track. Iowa Speedway is preparing to host its first race of the NASCAR Cup Series. While the track has previously hosted races from the Xfinity and Truck series, this is the first time it will host a Cup stage. Both drivers and fans are eager to see how the race unfolds, although many have expressed concerns about the condition of the track surface.
Prior to race week, the track underwent partial resurfacing, resulting in a significant difference between the new and old sections of the track. The unrepaired sections are expected to be slower compared to the resurfaced section, which could lead to a single-file race with few passing opportunities.
One driver who is frustrated with the partial resurfacing is the current Cup Series champion. They believe that the track authorities should have either fully resurfaced the track or kept the old asphalt. The decision to partially resurface the track is seen as not making sense for the Team Penske Racing team.
According to the champion, there were two logical choices: leave the track as it was or fully resurface it. However, NASCAR opted for a third choice that doesn’t make much sense to them.
This season has not been the best for the current champion. They have faced difficulties with accidents and incidents, resulting in a lower score than desired. The No.12 team acknowledges that they have lost many points in the 2024 season and believe they should be leading by a significant margin.
The upcoming race in Iowa will be interesting for Ryan Blaney and the rest of the Cup grid. It would be disappointing if the race turned out to be lackluster due to the recent resurfacing, as the fans deserve a more thrilling experience.
