Ryan Preece Breaks Down How He Won the Clash to Kevin Harvick and What It Changes for His Season

Ryan Preece joins Kevin Harvick for this week’s ‘Victory Lap’ interview following his emotional win at The Clash, breaking down what the victory means for his career and his team moving forward. Preece walks through how he navigated changing weather conditions, wet tires, and constant restarts to put himself in position to win, while also sharing the mindset that helped him stay patient and confident throughout the race. He opens up about the emotions of reaching Victory Lane, how this moment validates the work behind the scenes, and why this win feels different than any other in his journey. Preece also discusses how the victory changes expectations for the rest of the season and what it signals about his belief in himself and his team heading into Daytona and beyond.

CUP - Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray - 02/04/2026 NASCAR Cup Series Ryan Preece Kevin Harvick