When Ryan Blaney talks about racing at Daytona or Talladega, people listen. Known for his skill in the draft, Blaney has consistently positioned himself as a front-runner on NASCAR’s most treacherous superspeedways. Still, even for a driver of his caliber, the game has changed. In a recent conversation with Dale Earnhardt Jr., he admitted the harsh reality of Next-Gen cars at drafting tracks.

The delicate art of pushing and being pushed, once instinctive, now demands near-perfect timing and absolute trust. For Blaney, navigating the chaos isn’t just about speed; it’s about surviving a car that resists comfort.

Ryan Blaney pinpoints the reality of driving with the Next-Gen

Superspeedway racing has always thrived on trust and timing, but the arrival of the Next-Gen car has altered that eq

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