NASCAR stars face significant challenges on pit road at New Hampshire
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 10:08 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
During the Cup Series race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Ryan Blaney, Denny Hamlin, and Christopher Bell encountered severe issues on pit road. Blaney, after winning Stage 2, lost 13 positions due to a tire change error. Hamlin's crew was unprepared at a critical moment, dropping him from 10th to 17th during a pit stop. Bell faced a more alarming incident when he inadvertently dragged a crew member, who fortunately recovered. The race has been marked by multiple difficulties including rain and contact, making pit strategy crucial.
- •Ryan Blaney lost 13 positions after a pit stop error.
- •Denny Hamlin's crew was unprepared for his pit stop, dropping him to 17th.
- •Christopher Bell accidentally dragged a crew member during a tire change.
- •The race is influenced by rain and difficulty in passing on track.
- •Blaney had previously won Stage 2 before pit problems set him back.
- 10:08 PMYahoo Sports — Pit Road Turns Into a Nightmare for NASCAR Stars at New Hampshire
"Pit road became a major factor at New Hampshire as Ryan Blaney, Denny Hamlin and Christopher Bell all suffered costly setbacks during Sunday's Cup Series race.
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