Layne Riggs capped off the 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series regular season with a dramatic victory at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Driving the No. 34 Ford, Riggs secured his sixth win of the year in a hard-fought double overtime finish, proving once again why he is a major force in the series.
Riggs claimed the win by a narrow margin of just 0.293 seconds over his teammate Chandler Smith. Riggs demonstrated exceptional consistency throughout the event, leading 106 of the 189 laps, including the final 71 laps through a pair of overtime restarts. This victory marks the 11th career Truck Series win for the 24-year-old North Carolinian.
The competition was fierce, with several drivers battling for top spots. While Riggs took the checkered flag, other contenders like Tyler Ankrum, driving the No. 18 Chevrolet, showed resilience. Ankrum persevered after mechanical issues mid-race, finishing 16th but securing a crucial position in the seven-race Chase that determines the season champion.
The outcome of this race further shapes the championship picture. With the season nearing its conclusion, drivers like Stewart Friesen and Christian Eckes are vying for the final spots in the Chase. The title run officially kicks off on September 17th with the UNOH 250 at Bristol Motor Speedway.
Source: RaceDayCT