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Ryan Blaney Interview Following His Win at New Hampshire | VICTORY LAP

Kevin Harvick's Happy Hour presented by NASCAR on FOX Sep 22, 2025 7 min

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Ryan Blaney reflects on a dominant weekend at New Hampshire, highlighting the smooth execution by his team and the importance of tire tests in gaining a competitive edge. He praises Team Penske's collaborative culture, emphasizing smart, respectful racing among teammates without explicit team orders. Blaney also shares a personal moment about receiving his first pair of Jordans from Michael Jordan, adding a unique human touch to the conversation. The episode blends technical insights with behind-the-scenes team dynamics and personal stories.

Topics: race strategy team collaboration tire testing driver communication team penske playoff racing driver gear michael jordan connection

Fresh off his New Hampshire win, Ryan Blaney joins Kevin Harvick for this week’s Victory Lap on Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour. The two break down Blaney’s blazing-fast car and the dominant performance by Team Penske, explaining what makes Penske so strong when it matters most and how the organization consistently sets itself up for postseason success. Blaney also shares insights into his playoff mindset, what he thinks will separate contenders from pretenders, and why Team Penske’s formula works so well in pressure situations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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