On Sunday, the NASCAR Cup Series raced at Texas Motor Speedway. Today, NASCAR has issued a big penalty for actions during the race.
Ryan Preece stated over the team radio that he was ‘Done with him” referring to Ty Gibbs. Later in the race, Preece found his bumper and put him in the wall.
Ryan Preece has been issued a 25 point penalty by NASCAR. Additionally, he’s been issued a fine of $50,000.
NASCAR noted Sections 4.3 and 4.4.A: “wrecking or spinning another vehicle, whether or not that vehicle is removed from competition as a result.”
Ryan Preece vs Ty Gibbs at Texas Motor Speedway (Video)
Kyle Busch was involved in a similar situation with John Hunter Nemechek. However, Busch has avoided a penalty.
Kyle Busch crashes John Hunter Nemechek at Texas (Video)
NASCAR Cup Series
Penalty Report
Driver/Team: Ryan Preece No. 60
Date: 5/3/2026 (race)
Level: Behavioral
Infraction: Sections 4.3 & 4.4A: NASCAR Member Code of Conduct Guidelines
Penalty: Driver (Ryan Preece) has been fined $50,000 and assessed with the loss of 25 driver points.
NASCAR Truck Series
Penalty Report
Driver/Team: Layne Riggs No. 34
Date: 5/1/2026 (post-race inspection)
Level: Safety
Infraction: Sections 8.8.10.4a: Tires and Wheels Note: Lug nut(s) not properly installed
Penalty: Crew chief (Dylan Cappello) has been fined $2,500 and suspended from the next NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Championship points event, including Watkins Glen, May 8, 2026.
Other Penalties
NASCAR Member: Peter Ensor
Date: 5/1/2026 (post-race inspection)
Level: N/A
Infraction: N/A
Remarks: Peter Ensor has been reinstated and he is eligible to return to all NASCAR activity.
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