At New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Rick Ware Racing New Hampshire efforts saw Cody Ware start from 35th position and finish 31st, managing to complete 296 out of 301 laps. Ware impressively led the field twice during the race, totaling two laps in front—marking his first time leading at this venue. These laps led serve as a notable achievement for both Ware and the team, signaling progress during a highly competitive event.
Standout Performances and Race Developments
Ryan Blaney of Team Penske delivered a commanding performance by winning the Mobil 1 301, securing his 16th career NASCAR Cup Series victory, third win this season, and his inaugural win at New Hampshire. Blaney took the checkered flag with a margin of .937 seconds ahead of Josh Berry in second place. Earlier in the event, Blaney also captured Stage 1, while Joey Logano, also from Team Penske, claimed the Stage 2 win.
The Mobil 1 301 race added to Ford‘s long history in the NASCAR Cup Series, notching its 747th all-time win in the sport and its sixth for this season. This victory was Ford’s 18th at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, tracing back to its first triumph there with Hall of Famer Ricky Rudd on July 10, 1994.
Throughout the race, competitors faced eight caution periods over 45 laps, adding unpredictability to the running order. Despite these interruptions, 24 out of the 36 drivers were able to remain on the lead lap by the finish, demonstrating the level of competition and resilience among the drivers, including those from Rick Ware Racing.
Season Context and Looking Ahead for Rick Ware Racing
With his most recent result, Cody Ware holds 208 championship points, placing him 36th in the current standings. As Rick Ware Racing continues to find incremental improvements and lead laps at challenging venues like New Hampshire, the team eyes future races for continued development and potential stronger finishes.
The next challenge for Rick Ware Racing and the entire field will be the Hollywood Casino 400 at Kansas Speedway in Kansas City, set for Sunday, September 28. This event marks the fifth race in the ten-race NASCAR Playoffs, offering new opportunities for teams and competitors to make their mark as the season progresses. Fans can follow the action live on USA and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.
