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Richard Lynn Stenhouse Jr. (born October 2, 1987)[1] is an American professional stock car racing driver. He competes full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series, driving the No. 47 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 for Hyak Motorsports and part-time in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, driving the No. 4/42/45 Chevrolet Silverado RST for Niece Motorsports. Stenhouse was the 2010 NASCAR Nationwide Series Rookie of the Year,[2] and won back-to-back Nationwide Series championships in 2011 and 2012. Stenhouse was the 2013 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Rookie of the Year. He is the 2023 Daytona 500 winner.

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Racing career

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Early career

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Stenhouse began kart racing at the age of six, and acquired 47 wins and ninety podium finishes by the time he moved into sprint car racing in 2003.[3]

Beginning his sprint car racing career in 360 cubic inches winged sprint cars, Stenhouse won the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame Driver Poll and Dirt Winged Sprint Car Rookie of the Year in 2003.[4] He began racing in the USAC sprint car series in 2004, and in 2006 won National Sprint Car Hall of Fame Driver Poll Wild Card in both the 360 and 410 winged sprint car divisions. Stenhouse won dual Rookie of the Year honors in the United States Auto Club sprint car (finished 6th in the standings) and midget (finished 3rd in the standings) series in 2007.[5]

In 2008, Stenhouse began his major-league stock car racing career in the ARCA Racing Series, driving for Roush Fenway Racing. On May 10, 2008, in only his sixth race in a stock car, he won his first ARCA RE/MAX Series event at the Drive Smart! Buckle Up Kentucky 150 at Kentucky Speedway in Sparta, Kentucky. He had two wins in 21 races and finished fourth in the season ranking as a rookie.[6]

NASCAR

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2009–2012

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Stenhouse's 2009 Nationwide Series car at the Milwaukee Mile

In 2009, Stenhouse began competing in a partial schedule in the Nationwide Series at events that conflicted with the Sprint Cup schedule. He had his first top-ten finish at Kentucky Speedway when he finished ninth. At the following race in Milwaukee, he led 46 laps in the later stages of the race and finished fifth.[7]

The 2010 season started horribly for Stenhouse, but he showed signs of life as the year went on. After crashing out of four out of the first ten races of the season (and crashing in practice also), Stenhouse was replaced by Brian Ickler for three races, and Billy Johnson drove at Watkins Glen. After taking on veteran Mike Kelley as crew chief, Stenhouse immediately responded with a third-place finish at Daytona. He proceeded to take seven top tens and was locked in a tight battle for Rookie of the Year (ROTY) with Brian Scott. With Scott struggling after his release from Turner Motorsports, Stenhouse took the ROTY award after a fourth-place finish at Homestead.

2011 Nationwide championship car at Road America

On May 22, 2011, Stenhouse held off charges from Carl Edwards and Brad Keselowski for the final eighteen laps to claim his first win in the John Deere Dealers 250 at Iowa Speedway, his 51st start in the Nationwide Series.[8]

Stenhouse made his Sprint Cup Series debut at the 2011 Coca-Cola 600, substituting for fellow Roush teammate Trevor Bayne. Stenhouse finished eleventh in the Wood Brothers Racing entry.[9]

Stenhouse had dominated the Kroger 200 Nationwide Series race at Lucas Oil Raceway before being passed by Brad Keselowski late in the race. Stenhouse took his second Nationwide win at Iowa in August, again holding off teammate Carl Edwards, but more bizarrely, as Stenhouse's engine blew coming off of turn 4. Edwards subsequently rear-ended his teammate, pushing him across the line to the win.

At the end of the 2011 season, having scored sixteen top-five finishes, Stenhouse won the Nationwide Series championship by 45 points over Elliott Sadler.[10]

2012 Nationwide car

Stenhouse drove the No. 6 Sprint Cup Series car for Roush Fenway Racing in the 2012 Daytona 500,[11][12] finishing 20th.[13]

In the Nationwide Series the previous day, Stenhouse had been caught up in a ten-car wreck on the final lap of the series' season-opening event; a week later he finished third at Phoenix, while a week after that Stenhouse won his first race of 2012 at Las Vegas, winning the Sam's Town 300, holding off Mark Martin to take the checkered flag;[14] he would win races at Texas Motor Speedway and Iowa Speedway before suffering a run of bad luck starting at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Stenhouse would score three more victories at Atlanta, Charlotte, and Kansas. He once again held off Sadler to take his second consecutive Nationwide Series championship.

2013–2019: Roush Fenway Racing

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On June 26, 2012, Roush Fenway Racing announced that Stenhouse would drive the No. 17 car in the Sprint Cup Series full-time for 2013, replacing Matt Kenseth.[15] Trevor Bayne replaced Stenhouse in the Nationwide No. 6 car for 2013.[16]

Stenhouse during practice for the 2013 NRA 500 at Texas Motor Speedway

To prepare for the 2013 season, Stenhouse ran in the AAA 400 at Dover International Speedway, where he finished twelfth, the Bank of America 500 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, where he finished 35th because of engine problems, but he was running near the front of the field. He also ran in the season finale Ford 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway, in which bad luck struck again as he cut a tire and smacked the wall, similar to what happened to Marcos Ambrose two races before, in Texas. In all of these races, he ran in the No. 6 car of Roush Fenway Racing sponsored by Cargill, Best Buy, and Fifth Third Bank, respectively.

In 2013, Stenhouse competed full-time in the No. 17 Ford Fusion in the Sprint Cup Series. He was paired with rookie crew chief Scott Graves, who was formerly an engineer for Roush Fenway Racing. Stenhouse placed twelfth in his second Daytona 500 (his first with the No. 17 team) despite suffering crash damage on lap 134. Stenhouse led his first lap of Sprint Cup competition at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Later in the season, Stenhouse had his breakout race at Kansas, where he qualified third and led 26 laps before finishing eleventh.[citation needed] In qualifying at Atlanta Motor Speedway, Stenhouse won the pole position with a 29.227 lap time.[17] Stenhouse recorded his first top-ten finish with a tenth-place finish at Richmond, followed by an eighth-place finish at Chicagoland. His best finish of the season was a third-place finish at Talladega behind Jamie McMurray and Dale Earnhardt Jr.. Stenhouse was eventually named Cup Series Rookie of the Year.[18]

In 2014, both Stenhouse and Roush Fenway suffered through a dismal season. Stenhouse's best finish was a second-place showing at Bristol in the spring, a race won by teammate Carl Edwards, one of the few impressive showings by Roush in 2014. Stenhouse failed to qualify at Talladega in October and finished 27th in points.

After a slow start in 2015, Stenhouse nearly won the Food City 500, where he came home in fourth. After a weak summer, he had a consistent run of fifteenth or better in six of the last ten races, including two top-tens at Dover and Talladega. After poor performances at Martinsville and Phoenix, where he was as high as 22nd in the points standings, he fell to 25th at the season's end.

Stenhouse racing at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in 2017

Stenhouse got off to a better start in 2016 than in 2015, including a top-ten run in Atlanta. He got his next top-ten at California in 2015. It took 29 races to get two Top 10s in the year; it took five in 2016. On March 1, his team announced that Sunny D would be his sponsor in select Cup and Xfinity Series races. On August 21, 2016, Stenhouse recorded a then-career-best second-place finish in the Bass Pro Shops NRA Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway.[19]

After a gamble to stay out, Stenhouse restarted second with two to go at Phoenix on the Green-White-Checkered. He stacked up the line and caused Ryan Newman to cruise away to the finish. After a flat tire early on at Richmond, he rebounded to finish fourth. At Talladega's 2017 GEICO 500, Stenhouse won his second career Cup Series pole and his first since the 2013 Cup Series season. It was also RFR's first pole of the 2017 season.[20] Stenhouse led the opening laps and then stayed mid-pack for the rest of the race. After Stenhouse avoided an eighteen-car pileup, he found himself in second place chasing Kyle Busch. After the final restart, Stenhouse passed Busch on the final lap for the win. It was his first Cup Series win, while RFR snapped its 101-race winless drought, dating back to Carl Edwards' victory in the 2014 Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway.[21] Stenhouse later picked up his second victory of the year at Daytona in July, passing David Ragan with two to go, further solidifying his spot in the 2017 Playoffs.[22] In the Playoffs, at Chicago he had a rough showing with a not so strong car and commitment line penalty which he ended up in 25th. In the next race at New Hampshire, he hit the wall on lap three but recovered to finish fifteenth on the lead lap to tie Austin Dillon on points for the last spot. At Dover in the elimination race, he struggled early, starting in fourteenth, falling back to 23rd and off the lead lap, but took a risk of staying on the lead lap and got a caution while in third place and finished fourth in Stage 1, getting seven stage points. He would not earn any stage points in Stage 2 but finished 19th while Ryan Newman finished thirteenth, which proved enough for Stenhouse, as he finished above Newman by two points for the last playoff spot in the Round of 12 and advanced to the second round of the playoffs. Stenhouse was eliminated in the second round after failing to perform well enough in the races.

2018 started with decent results for Stenhouse, as he had consistent runs throughout the season. However, at Daytona, Stenhouse was mainly to blame for two accidents, and he was caught up in three crashes, ultimately finishing seventeenth, after winning the first two stages, and receiving a security escort after the race.[23] He dropped to eighteenth in the final point standings as he failed to visit victory lane, missed the playoffs, and recorded only five top-ten finishes.

On August 1, 2019, Stenhouse announced he signed a contract extension with Roush Fenway Racing through 2021.[24] However, on September 25, Roush Fenway Racing announced that Stenhouse will be replaced by Chris Buescher in 2020, with Roush using an option in their contract with Buescher.[25][26] In the aftermath of the sudden dismissal from the team, which was criticized by some members of the racing community (Including Kevin Harvick), Roush president Steve Newmark said that, after ten years with the team, the relationship with Stenhouse had "run its course."[27]

2020–present: JTG Daugherty Racing/Hyak Motorsports

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Stenhouse's No. 47 competing in the 2020 Daytona 500

On October 16, 2019, JTG Daugherty Racing announced Stenhouse would drive for them in 2020.[28] On December 2, 2019, JTG Daugherty Racing announced that Stenhouse would be driving the 47 car, moving Ryan Preece to the 37.[29]

On February 9, 2020, Stenhouse got off to a fast start by winning the pole for the Daytona 500.[30]

Stenhouse Jr. narrowly lost the 2020 GEICO 500 to Ryan Blaney, spinning Aric Almirola about a hundred yards from the finish line, and nearly winning but coming up .007 short.[31] Stenhouse scored three top-fives and four top-tens throughout the season, and all top-fives came in the first half of the regular season.[32]

Stenhouse racing at Martinsville in 2022.
Stenhouse after winning the 2023 Daytona 500

Stenhouse started the 2023 season by winning the 2023 Daytona 500, his third career victory. This win put him in the playoffs for the first time since 2017.[33] Stenhouse was eliminated after the Round of 16.[34]

Stenhouse began the 2024 season with a 31st-place DNF at the 2024 Daytona 500. At the 2024 NASCAR All-Star Race, he was sent to the outside wall by Kyle Busch on lap 2. After the race, Stenhouse attacked Busch in the garage area, triggering a brawl between the drivers and their pit crews.[35] NASCAR later fined Stenhouse US$75,000 for the incident; in addition, his father, Ricky Stenhouse Sr., was suspended indefinitely while team mechanic Clint Myrick was suspended for eight races and tuner Keith Matthews was suspended for four races for their involvement in the fight.[36] Stenhouse Sr.'s suspension was lifted on September 24.[37] Despite mediocre finishes that left him out of playoff contention, Stenhouse won at Talladega after beating Brad Keselowski by .006 seconds.[38]

Stenhouse at Las Vegas in 2025

Before the 2025 season, JTG Daugherty Racing became Hyak Motorsports.[39] Stenhouse began the season with an 18th-place finish at the 2025 Daytona 500. Despite a promising start to the season in which he scored ten top-20 finishes in the first 15 races and climbed as high as 13th in the points standings, he ultimately struggled during the latter half of the regular season, missing the playoffs and ending the season 30th in the final standings with only three top-ten finishes.

Stenhouse began the 2026 season with an 2nd-place finish at the 2026 Daytona 500. He signed a contract extension with Hyak Motorsports on May 11.[40]

Sprint car and midget racing

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Outside of NASCAR, Stenhouse is a car owner and part-time competitor in sprint car and midget racing. In 2012, he formed Stenhouse Jr. Racing and fielded the No. 41 car for Jason Johnson in the American Sprint Car Series (ASCS). In 2017, he partnered with Matt Wood to form Stenhouse Jr.-Wood Racing and fielded the No. 17 car for driver Joey Saldana in the World of Outlaws sprint car series.

After his first NASCAR Cup Series win at Talladega in May 2017, Stenhouse became one of only eight drivers to have won in the NASCAR Cup Series as well as in the USAC Silver Crown, National Sprint Car, and National Midget series, joining Mario Andretti, A. J. Foyt, Jeff Gordon, Kyle Larson, Ryan Newman, Ken Schrader, and Tony Stewart.

Personal life

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Stenhouse was born in Memphis, Tennessee, and was raised in Olive Branch, Mississippi.[41] He is the first Mississippian driver to attempt a full-time schedule since Lake Speed in 1997. He started on dirt and then made a transition to stock cars in 2008.

Stenhouse is an Ole Miss Rebels football fan. In 2014, he led the Rebels onto the field before the annual Egg Bowl game versus in-state rival Mississippi State.[42]

Stenhouse is a devout Baptist.[43]

Stenhouse is a fan of classic country music.

Stenhouse was in a relationship with Danica Patrick from November 2012 to December 2017.[44] In November 2021, Stenhouse announced his engagement to Madyson Goodfleisch, originally of Ashville, Ohio.[45] They got married on October 26, 2022, in Charleston, South Carolina.[46]

In media

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In 2016, Stenhouse competed on the show American Ninja Warrior which first aired on June 13; he did not make it past the second obstacle.[47]

In June 2017, Stenhouse was a pit reporter for the Fox NASCAR broadcast of the Xfinity Series race at Pocono Raceway. A Cup drivers-only coverage, he worked alongside Erik Jones and Ryan Blaney.[48]

Motorsports career results

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Stock car career summary

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Season Series Team Races Wins Top 5 Top 10 Points Position
2008 ARCA Re/Max Series Roush Fenway Racing 21 2 10 14 5155 4th
2009 NASCAR Nationwide Series Roush Fenway Racing 8 0 1 2 677 62nd
2010 NASCAR Nationwide Series Roush Fenway Racing 33 0 3 8 3419 16th
2011 NASCAR Cup Series Wood Brothers Racing 1 0 0 0 0 NC†
NASCAR Nationwide Series Roush Fenway Racing 34 2 16 26 1222 1st
2012 NASCAR Cup Series Roush Fenway Racing 4 0 0 0 0 NC†
NASCAR Nationwide Series 33 6 19 26 1251 1st
2013 NASCAR Cup Series Roush Fenway Racing 36 0 1 3 909 19th
NASCAR Nationwide Series 1 0 0 0 0 NC†
2014 NASCAR Cup Series Roush Fenway Racing 35 0 1 5 757 27th
NASCAR K&N Pro Series West Bill McAnally Racing 1 0 1 1 40 52nd
2015 NASCAR Cup Series Roush Fenway Racing 36 0 1 3 712 25th
2016 NASCAR Cup Series Roush Fenway Racing 36 0 4 6 772 21st
NASCAR Xfinity Series 1 0 1 1 0 NC†
2017 NASCAR Cup Series Roush Fenway Racing 36 2 4 9 2222 13th
2018 NASCAR Cup Series Roush Fenway Racing 36 0 3 5 701 18th
2019 NASCAR Cup Series Roush Fenway Racing 36 0 1 3 679 23rd
2020 NASCAR Cup Series JTG Daugherty Racing 36 0 3 4 584 24th
2021 NASCAR Cup Series JTG Daugherty Racing 36 0 1 2 666 22nd
2022 NASCAR Cup Series JTG Daugherty Racing 36 0 1 5 580 26th
NASCAR Xfinity Series Big Machine Racing 2 0 0 0 0 NC†
2023 NASCAR Cup Series JTG Daugherty Racing 36 1 2 9 2168 16th
2024 NASCAR Cup Series JTG Daugherty Racing 36 1 3 6 590 25th
2025 NASCAR Cup Series Hyak Motorsports 36 0 1 3 562 30th

† As Stenhouse Jr. was a guest driver, he was ineligible for championship points.

NASCAR

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(key) (Bold – Pole position awarded by qualifying time. Italics – Pole position earned by points standings or practice time. * – Most laps led.)

Cup Series

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NASCAR Cup Series results
Year Team No. Make 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 NCSC Pts Ref
2011 Wood Brothers Racing 21 Ford DAY PHO LVS BRI CAL MAR TEX TAL RCH DAR DOV CLT
11 		KAN POC MCH SON DAY KEN NHA IND POC GLN MCH BRI ATL RCH CHI NHA DOV KAN CLT TAL MAR TEX PHO HOM 54th 01 [49]
2012 Roush Fenway Racing 6 Ford DAY
20 		PHO LVS BRI CAL MAR TEX KAN RCH TAL DAR CLT DOV POC MCH SON KEN DAY NHA IND POC GLN MCH BRI ATL RCH CHI NHA DOV
12 		TAL CLT
35 		KAN MAR TEX PHO HOM
39 		61st 01 [50]
2013 17 DAY
12 		PHO
16 		LVS
18 		BRI
16 		CAL
20 		MAR
25 		TEX
40 		KAN
11 		RCH
16 		TAL
13 		DAR
18 		CLT
14 		DOV
13 		POC
26 		MCH
16 		SON
27 		KEN
17 		DAY
11 		NHA
34 		IND
25 		POC
34 		GLN
18 		MCH
19 		BRI
18 		ATL
16 		RCH
10 		CHI
8 		NHA
24 		DOV
17 		KAN
30 		CLT
13 		TAL
3 		MAR
31 		TEX
16 		PHO
12 		HOM
22 		19th 909 [51]
2014 DAY
7 		PHO
18 		LVS
27 		BRI
2 		CAL
34 		MAR
40 		TEX
26 		DAR
20 		RCH
38 		TAL
10 		KAN
22 		CLT
26 		DOV
41 		POC
15 		MCH
27 		SON
31 		KEN
25 		DAY
41 		NHA
9 		IND
24 		POC
18 		GLN
20 		MCH
15 		BRI
6 		ATL
20 		RCH
26 		CHI
17 		NHA
39 		DOV
19 		KAN
19 		CLT
24 		TAL
DNQ 		MAR
15 		TEX
23 		PHO
17 		HOM
22 		27th 757 [52]
2015 DAY
29 		ATL
36 		LVS
29 		PHO
12 		CAL
15 		MAR
40 		TEX
15 		BRI
4 		RCH
28 		TAL
26 		KAN
24 		CLT
37 		DOV
37 		POC
42 		MCH
25 		SON
20 		DAY
19 		KEN
11 		NHA
17 		IND
35 		POC
41 		GLN
34 		MCH
26 		BRI
21 		DAR
38 		RCH
16 		CHI
18 		NHA
13 		DOV
8 		CLT
14 		KAN
13 		TAL
9 		MAR
39 		TEX
21 		PHO
41 		HOM
22 		25th 712 [53]
2016 DAY
22 		ATL
10 		LVS
12 		PHO
37 		CAL
5 		MAR
32 		TEX
16 		BRI
16 		RCH
26 		TAL
16 		KAN
13 		DOV
14 		CLT
15 		POC
15 		MCH
29 		SON
26 		DAY
5 		KEN
40 		NHA
10 		IND
12 		POC
18 		GLN
38 		BRI
2 		MCH
27 		DAR
18 		RCH
18 		CHI
25 		NHA
24 		DOV
11 		CLT
20 		KAN
19 		TAL
5 		MAR
40 		TEX
16 		PHO
23 		HOM
30 		21st 772 [54]
2017 DAY
31 		ATL
13 		LVS
33 		PHO
4 		CAL
22 		MAR
10 		TEX
14 		BRI
9 		RCH
4 		TAL
1 		KAN
11 		CLT
15 		DOV
39 		POC
11 		MCH
8 		SON
38 		DAY
1 		KEN
14 		NHA
14 		IND
35 		POC
16 		GLN
20 		MCH
18 		BRI
14 		DAR
29 		RCH
19 		CHI
25 		NHA
15 		DOV
19 		CLT
13 		TAL
26 		KAN
29 		MAR
10 		TEX
12 		PHO
8 		HOM
15 		13th 2222 [55]
2018 DAY
29 		ATL
16 		LVS
14 		PHO
23 		CAL
18 		MAR
37 		TEX
25 		BRI
4 		RCH
23 		TAL
5 		DOV
15 		KAN
11 		CLT
10 		POC
14 		MCH
29 		SON
18 		CHI
16 		DAY
17* 		KEN
26 		NHA
30 		POC
22 		GLN
16 		MCH
18 		BRI
24 		DAR
12 		IND
34 		LVS
30 		RCH
13 		ROV
37 		DOV
9 		TAL
3 		KAN
20 		MAR
19 		TEX
11 		PHO
33 		HOM
16 		18th 701 [56]
2019 DAY
13 		ATL
18 		LVS
6 		PHO
13 		CAL
14 		MAR
25 		TEX
16 		BRI
33 		RCH
16 		TAL
25 		DOV
33 		KAN
11 		CLT
5 		POC
32 		MCH
19 		SON
21 		CHI
12 		DAY
24 		KEN
12 		NHA
36 		POC
21 		GLN
15 		MCH
28 		BRI
33 		DAR
33 		IND
31 		LVS
26 		RCH
15 		ROV
17 		DOV
16 		TAL
9 		KAN
16 		MAR
15 		TEX
40 		PHO
19 		HOM
19 		23rd 679 [57]
2020 JTG Daugherty Racing 47 Chevy DAY
20 		LVS
3 		CAL
20 		PHO
22 		DAR
40 		DAR
25 		CLT
24 		CLT
4 		BRI
34 		ATL
13 		MAR
21 		HOM
20 		TAL
2 		POC
17 		POC
15 		IND
36 		KEN
29 		TEX
38 		KAN
40 		NHA
14 		MCH
32 		MCH
19 		DRC
16 		DOV
10 		DOV
37 		DAY
32 		DAR
19 		RCH
18 		BRI
40 		LVS
23 		TAL
38 		ROV
17 		KAN
16 		TEX
12 		MAR
20 		PHO
27 		24th 584 [32]
2021 DAY
18 		DRC
18 		HOM
13 		LVS
11 		PHO
12 		ATL
12 		BRD
2 		MAR
15 		RCH
17 		TAL
33 		KAN
34 		DAR
20 		DOV
20 		COA
22 		CLT
12 		SON
37 		NSH
6 		POC
15 		POC
38 		ROA
12 		ATL
37 		NHA
15 		GLN
19 		IRC
11 		MCH
12 		DAY
22 		DAR
17 		RCH
23 		BRI
20 		LVS
17 		TAL
16 		ROV
21 		TEX
34 		KAN
24 		MAR
19 		PHO
36 		22nd 666 [58]
2022 DAY
28 		CAL
10 		LVS
21 		PHO
28 		ATL
31 		COA
37 		RCH
28 		MAR
27 		BRD
29 		TAL
30 		DOV
2 		DAR
8 		KAN
8 		CLT
7 		GTW
32 		SON
25 		NSH
16 		ROA
19 		ATL
31 		NHA
22 		POC
18 		IRC
13 		MCH
33 		RCH
22 		GLN
15 		DAY
22 		DAR
35 		KAN
30 		BRI
33 		TEX
27 		TAL
22 		ROV
19 		LVS
23 		HOM
15 		MAR
22 		PHO
32 		26th 580 [59]
2023 DAY
1 		CAL
12 		LVS
24 		PHO
19 		ATL
17 		COA
7 		RCH
35 		BRD
4 		MAR
8 		TAL
15 		DOV
15 		KAN
12 		DAR
13 		CLT
7 		GTW
32 		SON
12 		NSH
22 		CSC
34 		ATL
10 		NHA
18 		POC
7 		RCH
17 		MCH
21 		IRC
25 		GLN
13 		DAY
34 		DAR
16 		KAN
23 		BRI
10 		TEX
9 		TAL
22 		ROV
34 		LVS
25 		HOM
27 		MAR
19 		PHO
23 		16th 2168 [60]
2024 DAY
31 		ATL
6 		LVS
17 		PHO
21 		BRI
33 		COA
28 		RCH
33 		MAR
29 		TEX
23 		TAL
4 		DOV
35 		KAN
16 		DAR
23 		CLT
31 		GTW
20 		SON
24 		IOW
5 		NHA
7 		NSH
30 		CSC
6 		POC
33 		IND
11 		RCH
36 		MCH
13 		DAY
33 		DAR
22 		ATL
14 		GLN
37 		BRI
27 		KAN
28 		TAL
1 		ROV
16 		LVS
27 		HOM
21 		MAR
20 		PHO
33 		25th 590 [61]
2025 Hyak Motorsports DAY
18 		ATL
5 		COA
18 		PHO
21 		LVS
18 		HOM
24 		MAR
20 		DAR
25 		BRI
22 		TAL
12 		TEX
6 		KAN
19 		CLT
11 		NSH
39 		MCH
20 		MXC
27 		POC
30 		ATL
6 		CSC
31 		SON
33 		DOV
23 		IND
35 		IOW
33 		GLN
23 		RCH
23 		DAY
35 		DAR
30 		GTW
20 		BRI
22 		NHA
25 		KAN
35 		ROV
19 		LVS
14 		TAL
38 		MAR
27 		PHO
17 		30th 562 [62]
2026 DAY
2 		ATL
36 		COA
28 		PHO
22 		LVS
29 		DAR
29 		MAR
30 		BRI
17 		KAN
21 		TAL
6 		TEX
19 		GLN
31 		CLT
12 		NSH
4 		MCH
29 		POC
15 		COR
33 		SON
21 		CHI
26 		ATL
23 		NWS
34 		IND
20 		IOW
 RCH NHA DAY DAR GTW BRI KAN LVS CLT PHO TAL MAR HOM -* -* [63]
Daytona 500
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Year Team Manufacturer Start Finish
2012 Roush Fenway Racing Ford 20 20
2013 28 12
2014 34 7
2015 32 29
2016 19 22
2017 23 31
2018 9 29
2019 5 13
2020 JTG Daugherty Racing Chevrolet 1 20
2021 21 18
2022 18 28
2023 31 1
2024 35 31
2025 Hyak Motorsports 31 18
2026 16 2

Xfinity Series

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NASCAR Xfinity Series results
Year Team No. Make 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 NXSC Pts Ref
2009 Roush Fenway Racing 16 Ford DAY CAL LVS BRI TEX NSH
23 		PHO TAL RCH DAR CLT DOV NSH
32 		KEN
9 		MLW
5 		NHA DAY CHI GTW
30 		IRP
QL† 		IOW
22 		GLN MCH BRI CGV ATL RCH DOV KAN CAL MEM
QL† 		TEX PHO HOM 62nd 677 [64]
17 CLT
40
2010 6 DAY
36 		CAL
39 		LVS
30 		BRI
25 		NSH
31 		PHO
9 		TEX
29 		TAL
29 		RCH
20 		DAR
37 		DOV
18 		CLT
40 		NSH
DNQ 		KEN ROA
26 		NHA
16 		DAY
3 		CHI
19 		GTW
9 		IRP
11 		IOW
14 		GLN MCH
13 		BRI
22 		CGV
24 		ATL
10 		RCH
4 		DOV
11 		KAN
6 		CAL
29 		CLT
14 		GTW
23 		TEX
11 		PHO
9 		HOM
4 		16th 3419 [65]
2011 DAY
8 		PHO
7 		LVS
8 		BRI
14 		CAL
4 		TEX
8 		TAL
38 		NSH
5 		RCH
21 		DAR
10 		DOV
4 		IOW
1 		CLT
4 		CHI
14 		MCH
2 		ROA
8 		DAY
27 		KEN
9 		NHA
4 		NSH
2 		IRP
3* 		IOW
1 		GLN
15 		CGV
26 		BRI
11 		ATL
3 		RCH
3 		CHI
8 		DOV
5 		KAN
5 		CLT
9 		TEX
6 		PHO
5 		HOM
2 		1st 1222 [66]
2012 DAY
19 		PHO
3 		LVS
1* 		BRI
6 		CAL
2 		TEX
1 		RCH
4 		TAL
3 		DAR
6 		IOW
1* 		CLT
26 		DOV
32 		MCH
25 		ROA
11 		KEN
8 		DAY
2 		NHA
5 		CHI
2* 		IND
9 		IOW
5 		GLN
4 		CGV
12 		BRI
2 		ATL
1 		RCH
2 		CHI
1 		KEN
17 		DOV
9 		CLT
7 		KAN
1 		TEX
4 		PHO
3 		HOM
6 		1st 1251 [67]
2013 16 DAY PHO LVS BRI CAL TEX RCH TAL DAR CLT DOV IOW MCH ROA KEN DAY NHA CHI IND IOW GLN MOH BRI ATL RCH CHI KEN DOV KAN CLT TEX
17 		PHO HOM 115th 01 [68]
2016 Roush Fenway Racing 60 Ford DAY ATL LVS PHO CAL TEX BRI RCH TAL DOV CLT POC MCH IOW DAY KEN NHA IND IOW GLN MOH BRI ROA DAR RCH CHI KEN DOV CLT KAN TEX PHO
3 		HOM 99th 01 [69]
2022 Big Machine Racing 48 Chevy DAY CAL LVS PHO ATL COA RCH MAR TAL DOV DAR TEX CLT PIR NSH ROA ATL NHA POC
34 		IRC MCH GLN DAY
27 		DAR KAN BRI TEX TAL ROV LVS HOM MAR PHO 104th 01 [70]
† – Qualified for Matt Kenseth

Craftsman Truck Series

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NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series results
Year Team No. Make 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 NCTC Pts Ref
2026 Niece Motorsports 45 Chevy DAY
6 		ATL
9 		STP DAR CAR -* -* [71]
4 BRI
26 		TEX GLN DOV CLT
9 		NSH
42 MCH
7 		COR LRP NWS IRP RCH NHA BRI KAN CLT PHO TAL MAR HOM

* Season still in progress
1 Ineligible for series points

ARCA Re/Max Series

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(key) (Bold – Pole position awarded by qualifying time. Italics – Pole position earned by points standings or practice time. * – Most laps led.)

ARCA Re/Max Series results
Year Team No. Make 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 ARMC Pts Ref
2008 Roush Fenway Racing 99 Ford DAY
25 		SLM
6 		IOW
19 		KAN
2 		CAR
3 		KEN
1 		TOL
7 		POC
1* 		MCH
2 		CAY
3* 		KEN
13 		BLN
7 		POC
30 		NSH
7 		ISF
2 		DSF
5 		CHI
2* 		SLM
17 		NJM
2 		TAL
28 		TOL
25 		4th 5155 [72]

K&N Pro Series West

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NASCAR K&N Pro Series West results
Year Team No. Make 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 NKNPSWC Pts Ref
2014 Bill McAnally Racing 99 Ford PHO IRW S99 IOW KCR SON
4 		SLS CNS IOW EVG KCR MMP AAS PHO 52nd 40 [73]

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Ricky Stenhouse Jr. is an American professional stock car racing driver who competes full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series, driving the No. 47 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 for Hyak Motorsports.[1] Born Richard Lynn Stenhouse Jr. on October 2, 1987, in Olive Branch, Mississippi, he began his racing career at age six in go-karts, accumulating 47 A-main victories and nearly 100 podium finishes before transitioning to sprint cars at age 15.[2] By 2008, he entered stock car racing in the ARCA Menards Series with Roush Fenway Racing, marking the start of his ascent through NASCAR's developmental ranks.[3] Stenhouse's breakthrough came in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, where he secured back-to-back driver's championships in 2011 and 2012 while driving the No. 6 Ford for Roush Fenway Racing, becoming the first driver since 2001 to achieve consecutive titles in the series.[1] He advanced to the NASCAR Cup Series in 2013 as a rookie with the same team, earning the Sunoco Rookie of the Year award after posting competitive finishes, including a career-best third place at Talladega Superspeedway.[1] During his tenure at Roush Fenway from 2013 to 2018, he notched his first Cup Series victory in the 2017 spring race at Talladega, a 500-mile superspeedway event known for its high-speed pack racing.[1] In 2019, Stenhouse announced he would join JTG Daugherty Racing for the 2020 season, where he drove the No. 47 entry full-time until the team rebranded as Hyak Motorsports ahead of the 2025 season, supported by sponsors including NOS Energy Drink, SunnyD, and Martin's Potato Rolls.[4][5][6] His tenure with the team reached its pinnacle in 2023, when he won the Daytona 500—the series' marquee season-opening race—in a record 212 laps after two overtimes, marking JTG Daugherty's first Cup victory and Stenhouse's second career win.[7] Building on that momentum, he added a third Cup triumph in October 2024 at Talladega Superspeedway, demonstrating his prowess on restrictor-plate tracks.[1] As of November 2025, Stenhouse continues to race with Hyak Motorsports, focusing on consistent top-20 finishes and playoff contention in a competitive field.[1]

Early career

Dirt track beginnings

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. was born on October 2, 1987, in Olive Branch, Mississippi, into a family deeply immersed in motorsports.[4] His father, Ricky Stenhouse Sr., a veteran sprint car racer, sparked his interest in racing from infancy; Stenhouse attended his first dirt track event at just six weeks old and began assisting by cleaning mud off the family cars as soon as he could walk.[8] This early exposure in the family's DynoTech Performance shop, where engines for sprint cars were built, instilled a strong work ethic and foundational knowledge of mechanical preparation.[9] Stenhouse began competitive racing at age six with go-karts, quickly excelling on local tracks in Mississippi and Tennessee.[3] Over the next nine years, he amassed 47 feature wins and nearly 100 podium finishes, honing his skills in high-speed maneuvering and race strategy on short dirt and asphalt circuits.[10] By high school, he progressed to more demanding formats, including micro sprints that emphasized precise throttle control and adaptability to varying track conditions.[11] At age 15 in 2003, Stenhouse transitioned to full-size sprint cars, competing in regional dirt series across the Southeast.[2] Under his father's mentorship and guidance from local dirt racing veterans, he focused on mastering the aggressive sliding techniques required on loose surfaces like clay ovals.[9] A pivotal early milestone came in 2004 with his debut in the USAC National Sprint Car Series at Memphis Motorsports Park, where he qualified fourth and finished seventh in the feature event despite limited experience.[2] These formative years on dirt tracks, including consistent top-10 runs in regional events, built his reputation for bravery and consistency before age 20.[11]

ARCA Menards Series

Stenhouse signed a multi-year development deal with Roush Fenway Racing in late 2007, marking his entry into professional stock car racing as part of the team's developmental program.[12] His ARCA Menards Series debut came in 2008, driving the No. 99 Ford at the ARCA 200 at Daytona International Speedway.[13] In 2008, Stenhouse competed full-time in the ARCA Menards Series for Roush Fenway Racing, running all 21 events and establishing himself as a top contender in one of the series' most competitive seasons. He secured two victories—his first at the Drive Smart! Buckle Up Kentucky 150 at Kentucky Speedway on May 10, where he led the final 25 laps to beat Scott Speed by 0.093 seconds, and his second at the Pocono 200 on June 8, holding off a late charge to become the first repeat winner that year.[14][15][16] These triumphs contributed to 10 top-five finishes and a fourth-place points finish behind champion Justin Allgaier, despite a controversial championship-deciding incident at the season finale at Toledo Speedway where he and Scott Speed collided while battling for the lead. Stenhouse was recognized as a SunTrust Rookie of the Year contender throughout the campaign, having led the points standings for 13 weeks.[14][17][18][2][19][20] Stenhouse's ARCA tenure provided a crucial bridge from his dirt track roots to higher levels of asphalt oval racing, sharpening his skills in stock car handling, drafting on superspeedways, and racecraft on intermediate tracks essential for NASCAR competition. His dirt experience, including sprint and midget car success, served as a strong foundation for adapting to the series' demands.[14]

NASCAR career

Xfinity Series tenure

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. began his NASCAR Xfinity Series career with Roush Fenway Racing in 2009, competing in a part-time schedule of seven races in the No. 6 Ford, where he earned one pole position at Iowa Speedway and one top-five finish.[21][2] In 2010, he transitioned to a full-time role driving the No. 6 Ford, completing 32 races and securing the series Rookie of the Year award with three top-five finishes and eight top-10 results, laying the groundwork for his rapid ascent within the organization.[22][1] Stenhouse's breakthrough came in 2011, when he captured the Xfinity Series driver's championship in his second full season, clinching the title with a second-place finish at Texas Motor Speedway to edge out Elliott Sadler by 45 points.[23] That year, he recorded two victories—both at Iowa Speedway, sweeping the track's two events—including a dramatic win in the August U.S. Cellular 250 where he crossed the line first despite an engine failure, aided by a push from Carl Edwards.[22][24] His performance featured 16 top-five finishes and 26 top-10s across 34 starts, highlighting his consistency under crew chief Mike Kelley.[22] The 2012 season solidified Stenhouse's dominance, as he repeated as champion with a sixth-place finish in the finale at Homestead-Miami Speedway, again finishing ahead of Sadler to secure back-to-back titles—the first such feat since 2000.[25] He amassed six wins that year, including victories at Iowa in May and Texas in April, along with 19 top fives and 26 top 10s in 33 races, demonstrating strong team synergy at Roush Fenway amid intense competition.[22][26] The rivalry with Sadler, who placed second in points both seasons, added pressure but also motivated Stenhouse's aggressive driving style and strategic racecraft.[26][27] Following his promotion to the Cup Series in 2013, Stenhouse competed part-time in Xfinity with Roush Fenway, running seven races in the No. 6 Ford and achieving five top-10 finishes without a victory, as his focus shifted to the premier series.[22][28] This tenure at Roush Fenway, marked by 8 total wins and two championships, underscored his growth from a dirt track prospect to a proven stock car contender.[10]

Cup Series with Roush Fenway Racing

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. transitioned to the NASCAR Cup Series full-time in 2013 with Roush Fenway Racing, piloting the No. 17 Ford after securing consecutive Xfinity Series championships that served as his entry ticket to the premier division. Announced in September 2012, the move positioned him as the replacement for Matt Kenseth in the organization's established No. 17 program, backed by sponsors including Best Buy and Fifth Third Bank.[29][30] Stenhouse earned the Sunoco Rookie of the Year honors that season, finishing 25th in the points standings with one top-five result—a third-place finish at New Hampshire Motor Speedway—and three top-10s overall, demonstrating flashes of potential amid a learning curve.[1] The 2014 season marked a sophomore slump for Stenhouse, as he grappled with consistency on intermediate tracks where Roush Fenway struggled organizationally, finishing 27th in points with six top-10s but no victories. His results included a 10th-place finish in the spring Talladega race, highlighting relative strength at superspeedways but underscoring broader adaptation challenges from the less demanding Xfinity equipment to the higher competition and technical demands of Cup cars.[31][32] Stenhouse later reflected on the rocky promotion, noting his aggressive driving style—honed in dirt and Xfinity racing—often led to over-pushing the car, contributing to frequent incidents and finishes outside the top 20.[33][34] Consistency issues persisted through 2015 and 2016, with Stenhouse ranking 25th and 24th in points, respectively, amid Roush Fenway's organizational downsizing to a two-car operation and ongoing performance woes on 1.5-mile ovals. Representative strong showings included a fourth-place finish at Bristol in 2015, but these were outliers in seasons plagued by mechanical failures and crashes, averaging around 20th in finish position.[35][36] The period emphasized Stenhouse's difficulties adjusting to the Cup Series' increased aero dependency and pack racing dynamics compared to his Xfinity dominance.[34] In 2017, Stenhouse showed improvement with two superspeedway victories—at Daytona and Talladega—securing a playoff berth and an 18th-place points finish, though non-restrictor-plate tracks remained challenging. He continued full-time in the No. 17 through 2018 and 2019, posting a career-best ninth at Bristol in the 2017 night race and additional top-10s, but the team faced funding constraints and inconsistent results, culminating in his release after the 2019 season despite a contract extension through 2021.[37][38][39] Overall, Stenhouse's Roush tenure yielded limited success beyond restrictor plates, with 24 top-10 finishes in 252 starts, reflecting the hurdles of scaling from Xfinity stardom to Cup competitiveness within a transitioning organization.[40][41]

Cup Series with JTG Daugherty Racing

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. transitioned to JTG Daugherty Racing for the 2020 NASCAR Cup Series season, signing a multi-year agreement to drive the No. 47 Chevrolet full-time and replacing Ryan Preece in the lineup.[42] The move provided a fresh start after inconsistent results elsewhere, with the team leveraging partnerships including primary sponsorship from Kroger—featuring rotating banners for its grocery brands—and technical alliance with Chevrolet for equipment and support.[43] Stenhouse adapted quickly to the organization's single-car setup, posting career-best finishes at superspeedways that highlighted his plate-track prowess, such as a runner-up result in the June GEICO 500 at Talladega Superspeedway.[44] The partnership matured over the next few seasons, with JTG evolving its operations through enhanced Chevrolet resources and Kroger's expanded branding, including prominent displays on the No. 47 car for major events. In 2023, Stenhouse delivered the team's defining moment by winning the Daytona 500 after starting 31st, in a race that went a record 212 laps after two overtime restarts, securing JTG Daugherty Racing's first Cup Series victory and Stenhouse's second overall triumph in the series.[7] This breakthrough elevated the team's profile, fostering stability amid a competitive midfield environment.[7] Building on that momentum, 2024 saw Stenhouse notch multiple top-10 finishes, including a strong showing at Daytona International Speedway where he led laps before a late-race incident, and he capped the season with a dramatic photo-finish victory in the October YellaWood 500 at Talladega—his third Cup win and second restrictor-plate success with JTG.[45] In May of that year, amid rumors of potential roster changes, Stenhouse signed a multi-year contract extension with the team, affirming his long-term commitment to the No. 47 program.[46] The season underscored JTG's growth, with Kroger's sponsorship playing a key role in visibility during high-profile races. Entering 2025, Stenhouse continued with the organization—rebranded as Hyak Motorsports in November 2024 under principal owner Gordon Smith while retaining core leadership, partnerships, and technical alliances—focusing on superspeedway strength. The season yielded a best finish of fifth place but no stage wins or victories, culminating in a 30th-place points finish with consistent but unspectacular midfield performances.[47][48][5]

Other racing endeavors

Sprint car racing

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. began his sprint car racing career at the age of 15, transitioning from karting to open-wheel dirt racing in 2003. His debut in the USAC National Sprint Car Series came in 2004 at Memphis Motorsports Park, where he qualified fourth and finished seventh in the feature event. Over the course of approximately 31 starts in the series, Stenhouse secured two feature wins, nine top-five finishes, and 16 top-10 results, establishing himself as a competitive talent on high-banked dirt ovals. These early experiences built on his dirt track foundations, honing skills in high-speed sliding and car control essential for sprint cars.[2] Stenhouse continued to compete sporadically in sprint car events amid his rising stock car career, including select appearances with the World of Outlaws series, where he logged 24 starts, one victory, two top-five finishes, and additional top-10 results. A standout moment came in 2007, when he won a USAC National Sprint Car feature at Eldora Speedway on September 22, leading from the pole and holding off challengers on the half-mile clay oval. This victory highlighted his enduring affinity for dirt racing's intensity, even as his primary focus shifted to asphalt. From 2022 to 2024, Stenhouse balanced his full-time NASCAR Cup Series commitments with occasional sprint car outings in regional and national series such as the United Sprint Car Series (USCS), Midwest Open Wheel Association (MOWA), and All Star Circuit of Champions. In addition, he competed in the High Limit Sprint Car Series starting in 2023, logging multiple starts including a victory that year and further appearances through 2025. Notable results included a 2023 USCS win at Talladega Short Track, where he passed leader Derek Hagar with two laps remaining to claim the checkered flag. He also made appearances at the Knoxville Nationals during this period, racing the demanding half-mile in Iowa as part of broader dirt endeavors that help maintain his sharp reflexes for superspeedway pack racing in NASCAR. These selective starts, often scheduled around Cup off-weekends, underscore the physical and mental benefits of sprint car competition for his oval-track prowess.

Midget car racing

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. began competing in midget car racing in 2007, transitioning from sprint cars to the United States Auto Club (USAC) National Midget series. At age 19, he made his USAC debut that year, accumulating 26 starts with five wins, 10 top-five finishes, and 14 top-10 results.[2][11] His strong performance earned him the 2007 USAC National Midget Rookie of the Year award, marking a key milestone in his dirt racing foundation.[2] Following his rise in NASCAR, Stenhouse returned to midget racing selectively from 2019 through 2025, often during off-season breaks to compete in high-profile events like the Chili Bowl Nationals. He entered the Chili Bowl annually during this period, securing a heat race victory on January 17, 2020, at Tulsa Expo Raceway by starting third and finishing first.[49] In 2025, he again qualified strongly, winning a preliminary heat on January 17.[50] These appearances highlighted his continued affinity for the compact, high-handling midget cars on short dirt tracks. Stenhouse also participated in the POWRi National Midget series during NASCAR downtime, amassing four career wins in the sanctioning body.[51] Notable outings included the 2014 Battle at the Center event at Du Quoin State Fairgrounds and select races in 2020, where he finished as high as fourth.[52][53] He has described these ventures as enjoyable ways to reconnect with former competitors and the dirt racing community, while sharpening his handling skills on versatile short tracks distinct from sprint car ovals.[54][55]

Personal life and media

Family and personal background

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. was born in Memphis, Tennessee, near Olive Branch, Mississippi, where he was raised and his family's passion for dirt track racing profoundly shaped his early interest in motorsports. His father, Ricky Stenhouse Sr., a longtime dirt track and sprint car racer from the Memphis area, introduced him to the sport at age six through go-kart racing, fostering a competitive drive that propelled Stenhouse Jr. into a professional career.[56][57][58] Stenhouse was previously in a relationship with fellow NASCAR driver Danica Patrick from 2011 to 2017.[59] Stenhouse Jr. married Madyson Joye Goodfleisch, a Kentucky native with a degree in communications, on October 26, 2022, in Charleston, South Carolina. The couple welcomed their first child, son Stetson Steele Stenhouse, on July 4, 2024, weighing 8 pounds 7 ounces and measuring 21 inches long. In 2025, the family marked Stetson's first birthday with celebrations, and Stenhouse Jr. shared moments of bringing his son to the track, highlighting their growing involvement in racing events together.[59][60][61][62][63] The family resides in the Mooresville area of North Carolina, known as "Race City USA" for its proximity to NASCAR teams, though Stenhouse Jr. sold his 140-acre equestrian estate there in June 2025 for a record $12.2 million after owning it since 2013. Outside of racing, he enjoys hobbies such as golf—often participating in tournaments during the offseason—and fishing, pursuits that provide relaxation amid his demanding schedule.[64][65][66][67][68] Stenhouse Jr. engages in philanthropy focused on youth, supporting initiatives like Speedway Children's Charities through charity golf events, meet-and-greets, and auctions to aid children in need, reflecting his commitment to providing access and opportunities in motorsports and beyond.[69][70][71]

Media appearances and endorsements

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. has secured several key sponsorship deals since joining JTG Daugherty Racing in 2020, including primary partnerships with Kroger and NOS Energy Drink. Kroger served as the team's primary sponsor for five seasons, featuring prominently on Stenhouse's No. 47 Chevrolet during major events like the 2023 Daytona 500 victory. NOS Energy Drink has supported multiple races annually, including paint schemes shared with Kroger in 2024 and continued sponsorship into 2025 with additional races at tracks like Talladega. Following Kroger's departure to RFK Racing after the 2024 season, Stenhouse expanded his endorsement portfolio in 2025 with brands such as SunnyD for select events, fintech company Rate at the Chicago street race, and sports gaming platform Betr at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Stenhouse's 2023 Daytona 500 win significantly boosted his media profile, with extensive coverage across networks including ESPN, which highlighted the race's record length and his underdog triumph in double overtime. He appeared as a guest on Dirty Mo Media's Dale Jr. Download podcast in March 2023, discussing the victory's immediate aftermath and its impact on his career. In 2025, Stenhouse previewed the NASCAR season on Fox & Friends, addressing expectations after back-to-back Cup Series wins. Stenhouse has featured in NASCAR video games, notably iRacing, where he provided virtual laps at Talladega Superspeedway in 2020 and participated in invitational events to prepare for real-world races like the Bristol Dirt Race in 2021. The Daytona 500 success contributed to Stenhouse's social media expansion, with his Instagram following reaching 130,000 by late 2025 and active engagement on X (formerly Twitter) around milestones like his 400th consecutive Cup start. This growth aligned with heightened visibility from new 2025 endorsements and team transitions to Hyak Motorsports.

Career achievements and statistics

Major wins and championships

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. achieved significant success in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, capturing back-to-back championships in 2011 and 2012 driving for Roush Fenway Racing.[72][1] In 2011, he secured the title with two victories, including a sweep of both races at Iowa Speedway, along with 16 top-five finishes and three pole positions.[21] His 2012 campaign was even more dominant, yielding six wins, 19 top fives, 26 top 10s, and the championship by a margin of 20 points over runner-up Elliott Sadler.[73] Over his full-time tenure from 2010 to 2012, Stenhouse amassed eight total Xfinity Series victories.[22] Earlier in his career, Stenhouse recorded two wins in the ARCA Menards Series during the 2008 season, marking his transition from dirt track racing to stock cars.[14] His first ARCA victory came at Kentucky Speedway on May 10, followed by a win at Pocono Raceway on June 7, both in the No. 1 Ford for Roush Fenway Racing. These triumphs highlighted his rapid adaptation, as he competed in 21 ARCA events that year, finishing ninth in the final standings.[16] In the NASCAR Cup Series, Stenhouse's most prominent achievement is his 2023 Daytona 500 victory, the 65th running of the event, which extended to double overtime and became the longest in history at 522 miles.[7] Driving the No. 47 Chevrolet for JTG Daugherty Racing, he started 31st but capitalized on late-race chaos, including a massive 23-car wreck, to lead the final lap and win under caution ahead of Joey Logano.[7] This marked his third Cup win overall and his second at Daytona International Speedway. Beyond NASCAR, Stenhouse earned a notable victory in sprint car racing at Eldora Speedway on September 25, 2013, during the USAC National Sprint Car Series event as part of the 4-Crown Nationals.[74] He has not secured other major non-NASCAR titles. Stenhouse was named the 2010 NASCAR Xfinity Series Rookie of the Year after posting three top fives and eight top 10s in 32 starts.[75] He also earned the 2013 NASCAR Cup Series Rookie of the Year award, finishing with one top five and three top 10s in his debut season with Roush Fenway Racing.[1]

NASCAR results summary

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. has competed extensively in NASCAR's premier series, accumulating a body of work that highlights his consistency on superspeedways despite limited overall victories. His career statistics, updated through the 2025 season, reflect participation in the Cup Series since 2011, with notable achievements in developmental series earlier in his career.[76]

Cup Series Career Statistics (2011–2025)

StatisticTotal
Starts472
Wins4
Top 5s26
Top 10s63
Poles3
Championships0
Average Finish20.8
In the 2024 season, Stenhouse recorded 36 starts, 1 win (at Talladega Superspeedway), 3 top 5s, and 6 top 10s, finishing 25th in points with 590. The 2025 season saw him complete all 36 races without a victory, achieving 1 top 5 and 3 top 10s, ending 30th in the standings with 562 points and an average finish of 22.9.[77][78][47][1]

Xfinity Series Career Statistics (2008–2017)

StatisticTotal
Starts110
Wins8
Top 5s40
Top 10s63
Poles8
Championships2 (2011, 2012)
Stenhouse's Xfinity tenure peaked with back-to-back titles, including 5 wins in 2011 and 6 in 2012, establishing him as a series standout before transitioning to Cup.[22][1]

ARCA Menards Series Career Statistics (2008)

StatisticTotal
Starts21
Wins2
Top 5s10
Top 10s14
Poles0
Rookie of the Year2008
His ARCA success included 2 wins in 2008, with strong performances at tracks like Kentucky and Pocono, earning rookie honors in his debut year.[14]

K&N Pro Series West Career Statistics (2009)

StatisticTotal
Starts1
Wins0
Top 5s0
Top 10s1
Poles0
Stenhouse made limited appearances in this regional series, with a best finish of 10th.[79]

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  31. Coping with expectations, Stenhouse has found peace in NASCAR
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  37. Buescher in, Stenhouse out of Roush Fenway's No. 17 ride for 2020
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  42. Stenhouse plays spoiler, wins playoff race at Talladega - NASCAR
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  44. Ricky Stenhouse Jr. - 2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Driver Averages
  45. https://www.espn.com/racing/driver/raceresults/_/id/4351/ricky-stenhouse-jr
  46. Chili Bowl roundup: Recaps and results | NASCAR.com
  47. Chili Bowl Results: January 17, 2025 - Racing News
  48. POWRi National Midgets All-Time Wins List
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  50. Ricky Stenhouse Jr - Printable Schedule - MyRacePass
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  53. Who Are Ricky Stenhouse Jr's Parents? Meet ... - Essentially Sports
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  72. https://theracingexperts.com/connor-zilisch-captures-nascar-xfinity-series-rookie-of-the-year-honors/
  73. NASCAR Driver Stats | Averages | Top Performers - Racing-Reference
  74. Ricky Stenhouse Jr. Stats - ESPN
  75. Ricky Stenhouse Jr. - 2024 NASCAR Cup Series - Driver Averages
  76. https://www.thethirdturn.com/wiki/Ricky_Stenhouse%2C_Jr.
  77. Ricky Stenhouse Jr. signs with JTG Daugherty Racing - ESPN
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