Ricky Stenhouse Jr. Revs Up for Exciting Tripleheader Weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway
Bristol Motor Speedway is gearing up for an action-packed weekend with a tripleheader event, starting with the Craftsman Truck Series Tennessee Army National Guard 250 on Friday night, April 10. Former Daytona 500 Champion Ricky Stenhouse Jr. will be racing for Niece Motorsports in this event, marking his third appearance in the Truck Series this season. Stenhouse Jr. has a solid track record in the Cup Series with 4 wins and has shown promise in the Truck Series as well.
Stenhouse Jr. has 23 career starts at Bristol Motor Speedway, with 4 top-5 finishes and 7 top-10 finishes. While Bristol may not be his best track statistically, he has a respectable average finishing position of 19.3 at the venue. The No. 45 car of Niece Motorsports, which Stenhouse Jr. will be driving, is part of a full-time lineup featuring multiple drivers, including upcomer Landen Lewis and part-time racers Ross Chastain and Stenhouse Jr.
Niece Motorsports, a newer team established in 2016, fields multiple cars in the Truck Series, with a mix of full-time and part-time drivers. Their driver lineup is described as a dynamic blend of full-time competitors and special event racers, each bringing their own unique style to the track. With 9 all-time wins in the Truck Series, Niece Motorsports is a competitive team to watch out for at Bristol Motor Speedway this weekend. Stenhouse Jr. is expected to be a strong contender for victory, given his experience and success in NASCAR racing.