Ryan Preece secures first Cup Series win at Daytona
NBCSports.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 3:32 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Ryan Preece claimed his first victory in the Cup Series on August 29 during the Daytona race, securing a spot in the Chase for the championship. Drivers reflected on their performances post-race, with Preece expressing gratitude towards his team at Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing. Austin Cindric noted his team's strong performance despite falling short of leading more laps. Other drivers, including Zane Smith and Shane van Gisbergen, commented on their individual results, highlighting the challenges faced throughout the race. The results will impact the drivers’ standings as the playoffs approach.
- •Ryan Preece wins his first career Cup Series race at Daytona.
- •Austin Cindric finishes sixth, praises team effort.
- •Zane Smith expresses frustration after being wrecked during the race.
- •Shane van Gisbergen comments on overall team performance this season.
- •Drivers reflect on challenges ahead of the Chase.
- 5:08 AMNBCSports.com — What NASCAR drivers said after Daytona Cup win by Ryan Preece - NBC Sports
- 3:32 AMYahoo Sports — What NASCAR drivers said after Daytona Cup win by Ryan Preece
"The Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing driver made the Chase with his first career victory in the Cup Series.
"The Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing driver made the Chase with his first career victory in the Cup Series.
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External links- NBCSports.comAug 30, 2026, 5:08 AMWhat NASCAR drivers said after Daytona Cup win by Ryan Preece - NBC Sports
The Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing driver made the Chase with his first career victory in the Cup Series.
- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 3:32 AMWhat NASCAR drivers said after Daytona Cup win by Ryan Preece
The Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing driver made the Chase with his first career victory in the Cup Series.
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