In a dramatic kickoff to NASCAR’s tripleheader weekend at Pocono Raceway, Layne Riggs captured his first NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series win of the 2025 season. The 23-year-old driver of the No. 34 Front Row Motorsports Ford not only claimed his first career pole earlier in the day but also went on to dominate the final stage, leading the final 20 laps en route to victory in the MillerTech Battery 200.
Riggs’ third career Truck Series win came as the result of smart positioning, late-race resilience, and a bit of good fortune when championship leader Corey Heim suffered a tire failure just before a restart. That unexpected twist handed Riggs the lead—and he never looked back.
Key Highlights
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Layne Riggs dominates late after penalty removes Carson Hocevar from the lead with 18 laps remaining.
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Corey Heim’s flat tire before restart ruins dominant day after leading a race-best 48 laps.
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Tanner Gray, Kaden Honeycutt, and Daniel Hemric round out strong top-five finishes at the triangle.
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Front Row Motorsports scores massive win with Riggs’ No. 34 Ford in career-best performance.
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Seven playoff spots are now locked in with four races remaining before postseason cutoff.
Capitalizing on Chaos: How Riggs Took Control
The race began with Corey Heim looking poised to replicate his dominant 2024 Pocono performance. Heim, already a four-time winner in 2025, led a race-high 48 of the 90 laps and secured a record-setting 12th stage win. However, his day unraveled with just under 20 laps to go.
While lining up for a restart, Heim’s No. 11 Toyota experienced a flat tire, forcing him to pit and relinquish control. Cup Series driver Carson Hocevar then surged ahead in his No. 7 truck—but was penalized for jumping the restart. That left Riggs, the rightful control car, as the new leader.
From that point forward, the young driver’s focus was laser-sharp. He pulled away from the field and crossed the finish line 3.64 seconds ahead of runner-up Tanner Gray.
“I’m a happy man right now. We were the best today. It’s amazing.” – Layne Riggs
A Weekend to Remember for Front Row Motorsports
Riggs’ win was not just personal—it marked a milestone moment for Front Row Motorsports, the Ford-backed organization committed to developing young talent. It was the perfect redemption for Riggs, who wrecked during practice and finished last in this same race last year.
The No. 34 Ford, dressed in Bare Knuckle Boxing livery, was consistently fast through the day. Riggs’ confidence grew with each lap, especially as he stayed close to Heim during earlier stages.
Behind him, Tanner Gray delivered a strong second-place finish for Tricon Garage, while Kaden Honeycutt, Brandon Jones, and Daniel Hemric rounded out the top five. Riggs’ teammate, Chandler Smith, also finished a solid seventh and is now second in the standings, 124 points behind Heim.
Full Race Results
Here are the list results from the 2025 MillerTech Battery 200:
| Pos | # | Driver |
| 1 | 34 | Layne Riggs |
| 2 | 15 | Tanner Gray |
| 3 | 45 |
Kaden Honeycutt
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| 4 | 1 | Brandon Jones |
| 5 | 19 | Daniel Hemric |
| 6 | 81 | Connor Mosack |
| 7 | 38 | Chandler Smith |
| 8 | 52 | Stewart Friesen |
| 9 | 98 | Ty Majeski |
| 10 | 71 | Rajah Caruth |
| 11 | 17 | Gio Ruggiero |
| 12 | 66 | Luke Baldwin |
| 13 | 7 | Carson Hocevar |
| 14 | 91 | Jack Wood |
| 15 | 7 | Patrick Emerling |
| 16 | 77 |
Andres Perez De Lara
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| 17 | 9 | Grant Enfinger |
| 18 | 99 | Ben Rhodes |
| 19 | 33 | Frankie Muniz |
| 20 | 42 | Matt Mills |
| 21 | 2 | Nathan Byrd |
| 22 | 5 | Toni Breidinger |
| 23 | 11 | Corey Heim |
| 24 | 69 | Tyler Tomassi |
| 25 | 76 | Spencer Boyd |
| 26 | 18 | Tyler Ankrum |
| 27 | 88 | Matt Crafton |
| 28 | 13 | Jake Garcia |
| 29 | 26 | Dawson Sutton |
| 30 | 22 | Clayton Green |
| 31 | 44 | Conner Jones |
| 32 | 74 | Dawson Cram |
| 33 | 2 | Cody Dennison |
| 34 | 6 | Norm Benning |
| 35 | 28 | Bryan Dauzat |
Other notable names included Carson Hocevar, who finished 13th after serving his penalty, and Corey Heim, who rallied back to finish 23rd. Fan-favorite Frankie Muniz crossed the line in 19th, while Toni Breidinger completed the race in 22nd.
What This Means for the Playoffs
With only four regular-season races left, Riggs’ victory secured him the seventh confirmed spot in the 10-driver Truck Series playoff field. Heim remains the championship leader despite his setback, with a significant cushion over Chandler Smith.
For Riggs, the timing of the win couldn’t be better. It comes ahead of the series’ debut at Lime Rock Park—a historic road course known for its tight corners and elevation changes. That race, the LIUNA 150, offers yet another opportunity for playoff contenders to separate themselves before the cutoff.
As NASCAR trucks prepare for the unknowns of Lime Rock, Riggs now carries a renewed sense of momentum—and a guaranteed postseason berth.
News In Brief: Full Race Results from Pocono Truck Series
Friday’s MillerTech Battery 200 at Pocono was more than just another race—it was a showcase of opportunity seized. Layne Riggs turned heartbreak from a year ago into triumph, scoring a victory that cemented his place in the playoff conversation and elevated his status as one of the Truck Series’ brightest young stars.
With Corey Heim still leading the charge in the standings, and new names like Kaden Honeycutt and Connor Mosack making noise, the 2025 Craftsman Truck Series season is shaping up to be one of the most competitive in years.
As NASCAR heads to Lime Rock Park for a road course showdown, the pressure only intensifies. But for Riggs and his Front Row Motorsports team, Friday’s win is a reminder that anything is possible—even in the wild world of Pocono.
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