The big race is about three weeks away and 2023 NASCAR Cup Series champion and driver Ryan Blaney is back in town checking out some spots and he talks about the race.

The preseason Clash at Bowman Gray is in the books, and while NASCAR does not have any points races on quarter-mile ovals, the Clash did give a peek into how teams could perform this year. Bowman Gray Stadium was still a short track,

Unlike Elliott, Blaney struggled during heat race competition on Saturday, but advanced to the Cook Out Clash off driver points from last season. The Team Penske driver started the race in 23rd (last place), mounted a furious charge to the front of the field and impressively finished second.

NASCAR Chevy driver Chase Elliott started the 2025 Cup Series season strong with a victory in the preseason Clash at Bowman Gray, beating a Ford and a Toyota.

Ryan Blaney reacted to his second-place finish behind Chase Elliott in the NASCAR Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium.

"In a resounding endorsement of NASCAR's progressive trajectory, top drivers Chase Elliott, Kyle Larson, and Ryan Blaney have expressed unified support for the sport's recent innovations. Elliott highlighted NASCAR's leadership for embracing significant changes over the past few years,

Ryan Blaney explains why he didn't move Chase Elliott for the win in the 2025 NASCAR Clash at Bowman Gray. Find out what Blaney said about the finish!