Joey Logano emerged as the fastest driver in Saturday’s NASCAR Cup Series qualifying at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, securing his second Busch Pole of the season and putting the spotlight on the upcoming Mobil 1 301. Logano’s performance in the NASCAR Cup Series qualifying saw him claim pole with a standout lap, ensuring a prime starting position for Sunday’s race.
Logano Sets The Pace at New Hampshire
With a lap time of 29.159 seconds, Logano outpaced his Team Penske teammate Ryan Blaney by a notable tenth and a half of a second. This effort placed Blaney alongside Logano to lock out the front row, highlighting Team Penske’s strong showing ahead of race day. Logano, who is a three-time champion in the series, added a significant milestone by earning his 33rd career pole — and his first ever at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, a circuit where he has found previous success, including his first career Cup Series victory in 2009.
Top Qualifiers Set the Grid
Behind the front row, Josh Berry, recently eliminated from Playoffs contention, demonstrated resilience by posting the third-best qualifying time. He was followed closely by Tyler Reddick and William Byron, completing a competitive top five prepared to challenge for victory when the green flag drops.
Race Day Schedule and Coverage
The Mobil 1 301 is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. ET on Sunday, September 21. Fans can follow the action live on USA Network, with additional coverage provided by the Performance Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90. Logano and fellow contenders, including Reddick, Byron, Berry, and Blaney, will be aiming to capitalize on their strong starting spots as the playoff race intensifies.
The outcome of this qualifying session sets the stage for an exciting event at New Hampshire, with championship hopes and season aspirations on the line for many top drivers.
