Layne Riggs leads Truck Series with four wins, eyes Cup Series opportunity
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 9:07 PM
Last updated Jul 18, 2026
Layne Riggs continues to excel in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series this season, leading the circuit with four victories, including wins at St. Petersburg and Nashville. Riggs also tops the points standings and has finished in the top six during eight of the 15 races. His recent performance at North Wilkesboro saw him finish second in the FaithFest 250, battling with teammate Chandler Smith. As Riggs competes for the Truck Series championship, speculation grows about his potential promotion to the NASCAR Cup Series in 2027. He emphasizes his focus on winning races and impressing key decision-makers.
- •Riggs leads the Truck Series with four wins this season.
- •He finished second at North Wilkesboro in the FaithFest 250.
- •Riggs has the most stage wins and poles this season.
- •He discusses balancing Truck Series title aspirations with Cup Series ambitions.
- •Riggs' father is a former NASCAR driver with nine Truck Series wins.
- 9:07 PMYahoo Sports — Layne Riggs balances NASCAR Cup aspirations, while chasing Truck Series title
"Layne Riggs looks like the best driver in NASCAR's Truck Series this season. Is the 24-year-old driver for Front Row Motorsports ready for a Cup seat?
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