Team Penske front row sweep became the headline at New Hampshire Motor Speedway as Joey Logano and Ryan Blaney secured the top two qualifying spots for Sunday’s Mobil 1 301. Their strong performance sets up a high-stakes start for the event, highlighting Team Penske’s dominance during the Saturday session.
Logano Secures Pole With Standout Performance
Joey Logano, known for his New England roots, delivered a quick 29.159-second lap, earning his second pole of the 2025 season and the 33rd of his career.
“Home track, it feels good to run so well here,”
Logano commented, reflecting his emotional connection to the venue and the team’s satisfaction with their results. “…Glad we capitalized for qualifying.” Having led the field numerous times before, Logano’s pole position adds to his continued success in the series and provides a strong starting advantage for the race.
Blaney Continues Consistency With Second Place
Ryan Blaney trailed Logano by a fraction—just 0.170 seconds—locking in the second starting spot for the second straight race. His consistent qualifying pace underlines Team Penske’s effectiveness this season.
“Hopefully we can put it all together tomorrow,”
Blaney shared, looking ahead to race day with optimism. The anticipation is high for Blaney as he seeks to translate strong qualifying into a race victory.
Notable Qualifiers and Key Contenders
Josh Berry experienced a near-pole moment, having held the provisional lead during most of the session before landing third. Tyler Reddick and William Byron, both active playoff contenders, rounded out the top five with solid qualifying efforts. This mix of experienced names and rising competitors like Carson Hocevar, Alex Bowman, Ross Chastain, and Denny Hamlin ensures a competitive grid, while prominent drivers such as Michael McDowell, A.J. Allmendinger, Ty Gibbs, and Bubba Wallace will look to make their move from mid-pack positions.
Full Starting Lineup for Mobil 1 301
1. Joey Logano (P)
2. Ryan Blaney (P)
3. Josh Berry
4. Tyler Reddick (P)
5. William Byron (P)
6. Carson Hocevar
7. Alex Bowman
8. Ross Chastain (P)
9. Denny Hamlin (P)
11. Michael McDowell
12. A.J. Allmendinger
13. Ty Gibbs
14. Bubba Wallace (P)
15. Chris Buescher
16. Kyle Larson (P)
17. Brad Keselowski
18. Chase Briscoe (P)
19. Chase Briscoe
20. Zane Smith
21. Justin Haley
22. Austin Cindric (P)
23. Ryan Preece
24. Kyle Busch
25. Riley Herbst
26. Erik Jones
27. Chase Elliott (P)
28. Austin Dillon
30. Ty Dillon
31. Cole Custer
32. Daniel Suarez
33. Noah Gragson
34. Ricky Stenhouse Jr.
35. Cody Ware
36. Todd Gilliland
What Awaits on Sunday
The Mobil 1 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway is set to start at 2 P.M. ET on September 21, airing live on USA Network, with high anticipation for Team Penske’s front row. Justin Haley, Chris Buescher, Denny Hamlin, Ross Chastain, and others will be among the key drivers vying for crucial points in the playoffs, as the race could play a decisive role in shaping the postseason picture. The emotional energy and competitive stakes promise an intense showdown in New England.
