Ryan Blaney has given a behind-the-scenes look at how he celebrates NASCAR Cup Series wins, with the 2023 champion and 14-time race winner leaning on his close friends
Ryan Blaney last won at Nashville on June 1(Image: Getty)
Ryan Blaney has opened up about his post-race celebration rituals, with the 2023 Cup Series champion and 14-time race winner disclosing that he relies heavily on his tight circle of buddies.
The Team Penske driver, who has been behind the wheel of the No. 12 Ford since 2018, has secured victory lane once this season, charging through the pack after starting 15th at Nashville to claim his maiden Cracker Barrel 400 triumph. Blaney recently detailed his celebration methods during a SiriusXM NASCAR Radio interview, following his fourth-place showing at the widely panned Iowa Corn 350 Powered by Ethanol.
It comes after fellow driver Kyle Busch shared his theory for NASCAR’s declining popularity, while Chase Elliott’s team has made a key change to try and help him win get chance to celebrate another championship.
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“They’ll bring a 24 pack, couple of them, and everyone kind of understands the assignment. I can’t stop and get beers. I’m trying to get home as quickly as I can because we’re going to be late anyway..
“The crew guys, they usually don’t bring anything, I don’t think, because they get home late too and they just come right over. So it’s really just your buddies who are already home, they kind of understand the assignment: ‘I’m bringing some supplies, and hopefully it’s enough for everybody.’ It’s a good friendship thing.”
Blaney recently finished fourth at Iowa Speedway(Image: Getty)
On the topic of friendships, Blaney’s close pal Bubba Wallace recently ended his 100-race drought at the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The 23XI Racing pilot appeared to party accordingly, posting on social media to give fans a glimpse into his victory festivities at home. In the photos, Wallace is seen popping a bottle of champagne and celebrating shirtless with friends in his backyard.
Even though he wasn’t there in person, team co-owner Michael Jordan was there in spirit. He told Wallace over the phone after the race that he “was so proud,” and would “have a drink or two” in honor of the No. 23 Toyota driver that night.
Both Blaney and Wallace are looking forward to another celebration this Sunday when they compete at Watkins Glen in the Go Bowling At The Glen race, the third last regular-season race of the year. With Richmond Raceway and Daytona next up, all eyes will then shift to the controversial 10-race playoffs, ending with the Championship Race at Phoenix Raceway on November 2. Here, Blaney’s teammate Joey Logano will aim to defend his title.