Veteran Ryan Newman Set to Elevate North Wilkesboro’s Historic Comeback

Veteran Ryan Newman Set to Elevate North Wilkesboro’s Historic Comeback

After nearly three decades away, NASCAR is preparing to bring a Cup Series points race back to North Wilkesboro Speedway next month, restoring one of the sport’s most storied venues to the national spotlight. The return marks the first points‑paying Cup event at the track since 1996, and the entire weekend is shaping up to be a celebration of NASCAR’s earliest roots.

Newman set to return in Truck Series with Kaulig at North Wilkesboro

Kaulig Racing and Ram announced that Newman will be in its free entry No. 25 truck for the event at North Wilkesboro Speedway next month, in what will be his first NASCAR race since 2023.

Ryan Newman is set for a return to NASCAR

48-year-old Ryan Newman will race at North Wilkesboro Speedway Ryan Newman spent 23 years in the NASCAR Cup Series between 2000-2023. He left following the 2023 season. Since 2023, Newman has been racing part-time with the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour. However, he has not made a start in any of the top three NASCAR national series. That’s about to change. Newman is set to return via the NASCAR Truck Series. He will drive the No. 25 Ram 1500 at No…