Ryan Blaney was the only driver able to go faster than Shane van Gisbergen in NASCAR Cup qualifying at Watkins Glen, besting the road course ace for pole by just 0.033s. It was the 150th Cup pole for Team Penske.

Ryan Blaney bested Shane van Gisbergen in NASCAR Cup Series road course qualifying by three hundredths of a second, capturing the pole position at Watkins Glen International.

Trackhouse Racing has officially extended its partnership with Shane van Gisbergen, securing the New Zealand native with a multi-year contract following a breakout run in the NASCAR Cup Series. The announcement solidifies van Gisbergen’s place in the team’s long-term plans as he continues to rewrite the record books in his first full season.