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Ryan Blaney Exposes Shocking Joe Gibbs Racing Struggles at New Hampshire – What Went Wrong?

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September 24, 2025
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Ryan Blaney Exposes Shocking Joe Gibbs Racing Struggles at New Hampshire – What Went Wrong?

Sep 21, 2025; Loudon, New Hampshire, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Ryan Blaney (12) races by a billboard at the Mobil 1 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

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Ryan Blaney Shakes Up the NASCAR Playoffs with a Stunning Win Amidst Joe Gibbs Racing’s Shocking Struggles!

In a jaw-dropping turn of events at the New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Team Penske’s Ryan Blaney emerged victorious in the first race of the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs’ round of 12, leaving a trail of stunned spectators and competitors alike. While Blaney celebrated his hard-fought triumph, Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR)—a powerhouse in NASCAR—found themselves mired in an unexpected quagmire that left fans and analysts questioning their performance.

During a recent episode of the Dale Jr Download podcast, Blaney candidly dissected JGR’s alarming struggles at the Loudon circuit, stating, “The Gibbs guys weren’t as good as I thought they were gonna be. Whether it was new tires or what, they seemed to struggle a little bit more than they normally do at that place.” This stark admission underscores the shocking reality that JGR’s drivers, including Denny Hamlin, Christopher Bell, Chase Briscoe, and Ty Gibbs, failed to deliver on a track where they have historically excelled.

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Blaney dominated the race, finishing ahead of Josh Berry, while his teammate Joey Logano secured a commendable fourth place. In stark contrast, the JGR drivers faced a cascade of misfortune. Denny Hamlin, starting from ninth, limped to a 12th-place finish. Christopher Bell, who began the race in 19th, managed to claw his way to sixth, while Chase Briscoe improved from 18th to 10th. However, the biggest blow came for Ty Gibbs, whose race ended in catastrophe when he was wrecked by Hamlin, forcing him to retire in a dismal 35th place.

The aftermath of this race raises serious concerns about the JGR team’s performance as none of their cars cracked the top 5. As the NASCAR playoffs heat up, Blaney’s victory not only secures his place in the next round but also puts immense pressure on his competitors. The Hollywood Casino 400 Presented by ESPN Bet at Kansas Speedway looms on the horizon, set for September 28, and the stakes couldn’t be higher.

Reflecting on his victory, Blaney shared his intense experience at New Hampshire, stating, “Yeah, that was probably the hardest 20 laps that I drove. I was trying to kind of bide my stuff and kind of pull Josh a little bit. Then he really started coming, and I started to get super free. It was all I could do to hold him off, trying new lanes. That was good racing and clean racing. I appreciate Josh for not throwing me the bumper when he could have.”

Blaney’s joy radiated as he described the thrill of the weekend, praising his team: “What a cool day. What a cool weekend. Super-fast car all weekend. Can’t believe the 12 boys, they’re unbelievable. Really have been strong through the playoffs. It’s great to get a win, first race of this round.”

As Ryan Blaney basks in the glory of his victory, drivers like Ross Chastain, Austin Cindric, Tyler Reddick, and Bubba Wallace find themselves teetering on the edge of elimination, desperately seeking to claw back into contention. With the NASCAR playoffs intensifying, all eyes will be on Kansas Speedway, where fortunes can shift in an instant.

Stay tuned as the drama unfolds in what promises to be a thrilling continuation of the NASCAR playoffs, where every race could tip the scales of destiny!

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