Ryan Preece’s journey from Connecticut short-track standout is one built on resilience and growth. Preece dominated local Modified circuits, won titles like the 2013 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour championship, and multiple World Series of Asphalt crowns. He earned opportunities in Xfinity and Truck competition with two Xfinity wins and two Truck Series wins by 2022. In late 2024, RFK Racing signed the 34‑year‑old to pilot the newly minted No. 60 Ford Mustang in 2025. This marked a turning point in his stellar Cup career. But in a recent interview, Preece revealed the harsh and humbling realities of his early national‑level years.

His debut Cup Series appearance came in 2015, but a full‑time ride didn’t materialize until 2019 with underfunded JTG‑Daugherty Racing. Despite almost 200 career

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