Front Row Motorsports at New Hampshire: NCS Race Preview (Gragson, Gilliland, Smith)
Front Row Motorsports gears up for the NASCAR Cup Series race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway on August 23, 2026. This event marks the 25th points-paying race of the season and the only Cup Series race at the venue this year. Drivers Noah Gragson, Todd Gilliland, and Zane Smith will represent the team, each aiming for strong finishes as they approach the Chase cutoff. Gragson recently extended his contract with the team for the2027 season.
By the Numbers- Noah Gragson has an average finish of 25.0 over three starts at New Hampshire.
- Todd Gilliland has led 19 laps in his NASCAR Cup Series career at this track.
- Gragson is coming off an 18th-place finish at Richmond Raceway.
- Gilliland is partnering with Nucar for the race, marking their Cup Series debut.
- Zane Smith is aiming to improve from a 36th-place finish in the last race.
Following the race at New Hampshire, teams will prepare for the next critical races leading up to the Chase. With only two races left before postseason eligibility, drivers will focus on maximizing their points and performance to secure their spots.
Bottom LineAs the NASCAR Cup Series approaches the playoff phase, Front Row Motorsports will seek to leverage their driver experience and partnerships to enhance performance and capitalize on each race opportunity. Success at New Hampshire could be pivotal in positioning for the upcoming playoff challenges.
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