Ricky Stenhouse Jr

Richard Lynn “Ricky” Stenhouse Jr. (born October 2, 1987) is an American professional stock car racing driver currently competing full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series. Known for his aggressive driving and resilience, Stenhouse drives the No. 17 Chevrolet Camaro for JTG Daugherty Racing and has earned two NASCAR Xfinity Series championships, multiple Cup Series victories, and the Cup Series Rookie of the Year honor.

Early Life and Background

Stenhouse began racing at the age of six, starting with go-karts before progressing to sprint car racing, where he was named Rookie of the Year in a series in 2007. That year he also raced for former NASCAR driver Tony Stewart. Stenhouse signed with Roush Fenway Racing in 2007 to run ARCA Racing Series events and quickly made his mark by winning early stock car races, including a notable victory at Kentucky Speedway. His early racing success in various disciplines laid the groundwork for his NASCAR career.

Career

Stenhouse debuted in the NASCAR Nationwide Series (now Xfinity Series) part-time in 2009 with Roush Fenway Racing, winning the Nationwide Series championships consecutively in 2011 and 2012. He moved up to the NASCAR Cup Series full-time in 2013 with Roush Fenway Racing, driving the No. 17 Ford. After multiple seasons with Roush Fenway, he transitioned to JTG Daugherty Racing in 2020, switching to Chevrolet.

His Cup Series career includes four race wins, with notable victories in 2017 at the GEICO 500 at Talladega and the Coke Zero 400 at Daytona—two prestigious superspeedway races showcasing his strengths on high-speed tracks. Stenhouse earned the Cup Series Rookie of the Year award in 2013. Over the years, he has compiled over 60 top-10 finishes in the Cup Series, demonstrating consistency despite competing with mid-tier teams. In 2023, he secured another Cup Series victory at the Daytona 500, underscoring his skill in restrictor plate racing.

Off-Track Ventures

Public information about Stenhouse’s off-track business ventures is limited; his primary focus is on racing and related sponsorship activities. He engages in typical promotional duties for his team and sponsors and maintains an active presence on social media, connecting with fans and endorsing partners.

Net Worth

Ricky Stenhouse Jr.’s net worth is estimated to be $30 million.

Personal Life

Ricky Stenhouse Jr.’s wife is Madyson Joye Goodfleisch. They married on October 26, 2022, in Charleston, South Carolina. Madyson works as a communications manager for the Drivers Advisory Council. The couple shares a 300-acre ranch and announced expecting their first child in late 2023. They share a strong religious faith and met after Stenhouse’s previous relationship with Danica Patrick ended around 2017.

Recent Controversies

There are no major recent controversies associated with Ricky Stenhouse Jr. He is generally regarded as a professional and competitive driver with a clean reputation on and off the track.

Key Highlights from Recent Seasons

• 2024: Stenhouse competed full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series with JTG Daugherty Racing, achieving multiple top-10 finishes. The season presented challenges due to team resources compared to top-level organizations, yet Stenhouse’s veteran expertise allowed for competitive runs, particularly at superspeedways and short tracks. He also raced at the Daytona 500, finishing in the lower mid-pack.

• 1 August 2025: Stenhouse continues his full-time campaign with JTG Daugherty Racing, bringing experience and potential for standout performances at restrictor plate and intermediate tracks, aiming for consistency and strong results in NASCAR’s premier division.