Ryan Blaney holds off Bubba Wallace to win at New Hampshire
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 4:23 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Ryan Blaney won his third race of the NASCAR Cup Series season at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, edging out Bubba Wallace for the victory. Blaney and Wallace, long-time friends since childhood, battled fiercely in the closing laps. Blaney emphasized the trust he has in Wallace, highlighting their respectful competition. Wallace’s second-place finish marked a solid showing as he pushed Blaney throughout the race.
- •Blaney secured his second consecutive win at New Hampshire.
- •Both drivers have raced against each other since they were 10 years old.
- •Blaney stated he trusts Wallace as a fierce competitor.
- •Wallace finished second in a tightly contested race.
- 4:23 PMYahoo Sports — Ryan Blaney Reveals Why Racing Bubba Wallace for the Win Was Different
"Ryan Blaney and Bubba Wallace have raced together since they were about 10 years old. After battling Wallace for the win at New Hampshire, Blaney explained why his longtime friend belongs in a rare category of drivers he trusts.
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