Ryan Blaney finishes third after overcoming penalty at Charlotte
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 11:41 PM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
Ryan Blaney finished third in the Bank of America 400 at Charlotte Motor Speedway on October 11, 2026. After starting fourth, Blaney faced challenges including a speeding penalty and difficulties with his car's handling. Despite these setbacks, he earned points in both race stages and managed to secure a top-three finish. With the NASCAR Cup Series Chase entering its final four races, Blaney seeks to maintain momentum for a strong championship run.
- •Blaney overcame an early speeding penalty during the race.
- •He battled handling issues but still achieved a top-three finish.
- •This marks Blaney's third consecutive top-five finish on 1.5-mile tracks.
- •He is currently fifth in the NASCAR standings, 80 points behind the leader.
- •The NASCAR Cup Series Chase has four races remaining.
- 11:41 PMYahoo Sports — Ryan Blaney Battles Back From Early Penalty to Finish Third at Charlotte
"Ryan Blaney overcame an early speeding penalty and handling struggles to finish third at Charlotte Motor Speedway, continuing his strong stretch in NASCAR's championship Chase.
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