Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA (select parishes)/MA/MD/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OH/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Danielle Trotta Granthams #MollysKids series focuses on Charlotte-area children with uphill medical battles. via Clock, Your email address will not be published. In a gender reveal fitting for a NASCAR family, three-year-old Hudson Logano drove a replica No. The win for the former Cup champion gave the Truex family two NASCAR wins in three days. Awesome job.. No, baby is still there. Byron led a race-high 193 laps. Logano reflects on his ability to create a foundation that has the potential to change the lives of many children. Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools will meet with Forsyth Technical Community College on Thursday to talk about revisions to its memorandum , A Republican-sponsored N.C. House bill would require a three-year waiting period for a new Food and Drug Administration-approved vaccine to be, The owners of Slice of Napoli, at 5089 Country Club Road, have announced that their last day of business will be April 30 less than three ye, Spivey spent 45 years coaching and teaching in the Winston-Salem area. So, its kind of pathetic. Sunday will never compare to today though. Molly said looking out at the audience showed, the power of people, and the power of love.. Please subscribe to keep reading. Weve led laps. I kept saying that weve got to just keep doing what were doing and not overthink it. The couple's first child, Hudson, was born in January 2018. Advertisement. AVONDALE, Ariz. Joey Logano was humbled this week after attending the funeral for a 5-year-old NASCAR fan who died from juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia. If I owed him the money, I would have paid it. The M&Ms U.S.A. car. Joey Logano joined roughly 60 members of the NASCAR community this week attending the funeral of a young boy whom they'd never met. Huge congratulations are in order for Joey and Brittany Logano! Joey Logano made numerous pit stops during the afternoon as he battled tire problems and finally parked with 14 laps to go after he hit the outside wall. He says hes been in business for 56 years and this is the first time a grave marker has been repossessed. STARTING LINEUP: Dover Cup starting lineup. 2023 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. The weather is better for Cup drivers to race Monday at Dover Motor Speedway after rain postponed the event Sunday. Also present were drivers Matt DiBenedetto,Ryan Ellisand J.J. Yeley, as well as crew members from Hendrick Motorsports, Joe Gibbs Racing, Richard Petty Motorsports, and Team Penske, according to WBTV, which aired the original story that caught Brittany's attention. Ryan Truex, Martins younger brother, won Saturdays Xfinity Series race at Dover. In addition, Loganos wife Brittany arranged for a custom firesuit for Leatherman to be buried with. On Lap 81, Chastain bumped the rear of Pooles car, sending Poole up the track and into the outside wall. He did win the Clash at the Coliseum exhibition race in February. Weve showed it. Next: The Cup Series moves on to Kansas Speedway for a May 7 race at 3 p.m. This isnt just a draft that builds the future, but a potential dynasty. Chastain moved to the top of the points standings, replacing Christopher Bell. We know we could do this. It was one of the most real moments, one of the proudest moments I have been a part of in this NASCAR community. I walked into the bus after qualifying (at Texas Motor Speedway) on Friday night, and she was inside crying, Logano said. Its just wrong.. After the race, Chastain said on FS1: I first have to say Im so sorry to Brennan and everybody at Rick Ware Racing. Joey Logano and wife Brittany revealed that they are expecting their third child on social media via a YouTube video Tuesday. ET Monday to begin the 400-lap race on the 1-mile concrete oval. I owe a big apology and a bit more. He did win the Clash at the Coliseum exhibition race in February. 142. LAST YEAR:Chase Elliott won last years race. pic.twitter.com/ZJc3AzCOBt. Eventually, the elder Logano moved the family from Connecticut to Georgia so Joey could race. He just needed to hear the right phrase from a member of his team. You can cancel at any time. 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Who had a bad race: Noah Gragson crashed on the backstretch 29 laps into the race and couldnt reach the minimum speed to stay on track. His dad, Tom Logano,went to extraordinary lengths, including forging Joey's birth certificate, so his kid could compete at the highest level. Who had a good race: Martin Truex Jr. battled for the lead in the final stage and stayed out front despite a late-race caution that bunched the field. Logano reflects on his ability to create a foundation that has the potential to change the lives of many children. He never once brought up extra charges, said Wayne Leatherman. ET. To see all his heroes and pit crew members there that day would have been very special. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. "3 for Dale" Click here to watch our . Crystal Leatherman said she was hoping to have even one person who had a racing suit show up and help their family send her son home in a way hed love. Watchis a video report from the Charlotte TV station on the service. "It was definitely eye-opening and it puts life into perspective.". 206), Chester, NJ (908 . Contact him at msprice@charlotteobserver.com. Joey's curious career path led him to NASCAR at just 18. And it's a girl! Poole later said Chastain probably needs his butt whooped. Poole parked for the day. In 2020, they gave birth to their second-born son, Jameson Jett Logano and recently in February 2022, they welcomed their third born and first daughter, Emilia Love Logano. Joey Logano's Children: Six years after their wedding, the NASCAR couple (Joey and Brittany) have two kids: Hudson Joseph Logano, their first son, was born in January 2018. The weather is better for Cup drivers to race Monday at Dover Motor Speedway after rain postponed the event Sunday. He parked for the day. Chastain led 98 laps. I thought having (the marker) would give me some leverage. Larson returned to the track after repairs. This is our little boy. That is probably one of the hardest things I have ever done it was definitely eye opening and it puts life into perspective. Charlotte news anchor Molly Grantham of WBTV had posted a request from Leathermans mother asking for people from the NASCAR garage to show up in uniform for his funeral. 43 car, Kyle Buschs No. Tom grew up as a multi-sport athlete in soccer, baseball, and basketball. Jake Leatherman died Nov. 1. Byron led a race-high 193 laps. It was my first time in a new Cup car, and 80 laps out for what? Christopher Bell placed sixth and was followed by Tyler Reddick, Brad Keselowski, Chris Buescher and Josh Berry, driving the No. Ross Chastain finished third. But one of the most notable faces was Joey Logano and his wife, Brittany. She asked what she could do, and Molly connected Brittany with Jakes family. He posted a gender reveal that featured a crowd gathered in the driveway. Truex earned his first points since since September 2021 at Richmond. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). Logano spent the weekend in Los Angeles for the inaugural Busch Light Clash at the LA Memorial Coliseum. Truex led the final 11 laps and 68 of the final 69 laps. Joey Logano's nickname is Sliced Bread due to how he hit the NASCAR scene at a young age. I want to give my son the sendoff he deserves, Crystal Leathermanwrote. We know we could do this. The poignant display of uniformed crew members and drivers was all for Jake Leatherman, who died earlier this month following a long battle with leukemia. Winning the NASCAR Cup Series in 2018 being the pinnacle of his many achievements He has won Rookie of the year, been the Youngest to win, not only, a Nationwide race but also a cup series race as well. Next: The Cup Series moves on to Kansas Speedway for a May 7 race at 3 p.m. announcing Tuesday afternoon on social media, who won Sundays inaugural Clash at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. The Cup race was rescheduled from Sunday to Monday after weather forced a postponement. The experience was an intense one, Logano said. That is probably one of the hardest things I have ever done. Take a look, Police chief paid for sex acts with underage girl while wearing his uniform, feds say, Best place for a summer vacation? What a crazy couple days for the Logano family, getting a win and then obviously sleeping in a hospital (Monday) night.. Logano and fellow drivers Matt DiBenedetto,Ryan Ellis and JJ Yeley were among those who answered the call, along with crew members from teams like Hendrick Motorsports, Joe Gibbs Racing, Stewart-Haas Racing and Richard Petty Motorsports (some of whom served as pallbearers). Joey Logano and his wife, Brittany, revealed on social media via a YouTube video that they are expecting their third child. I mean, just a joke 80-something laps into a race? He and teammate Ryan Ellis showed up to the funeral home dressed and ready, as did driver JJ Yeley. Team Penske bonding boon for NASCAR's Logano. Christopher Bell placed sixth and was followed by Tyler Reddick, Brad Keselowski, Chris Buescher and Josh Berry, driving the No. Jake is in a better place now.. He bumped the slower car of Brennan Poole, sending Poole up the track and into the path of Kyle Larson. We all came together and were all there for him, but we didnt get to meet him and give him his race suit and how cool he would have thought that was. Ross Chastain moved into challenging position in the closing miles but couldnt pass Truex. But just a great call by James (crew chief James Small) to take two and then was able to get a pretty good restart and get (Dave) Blaney there. By Jordan Bianchi Nov 11, 2016, 10:55pm EST Share this story When I get home from Skip Barber (Tuesday), Ill head over there and talk to those guys and make some of that right.. 1? Logano won the Great American Race in 2015 and nearly captured his second Daytona 500 victory last year when he collided with then-Penske teammate Brad Keselowski on the final lap. Chastain, who has often been criticized for rough driving, was the central character in a Lap 81 crash. Kyle Larson ran well during the first stage, but his car was badly damaged on Lap 81 when Ross Chastain hit Brennan Poole, sending Poole into Larsons path. Use of this website (including any and all parts and components) constitutes your acceptance of these. Instead, theLogano athletic stockincluded more traditional athletes. The costs were never paid, he said. 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Gavin Grubbs discusses his encounter with Logano through Make-A-Wish and how their friendship blossomed into a lifelong friendship. Mom and baby were rockstars. Racing Referencenotes that while Joey was pushed out of Joe Gibbs Racing due to consistently poor results, he exploded within a year of joining Team Penske. . Nothing quite prepares one for the truly unbelievable level of competition at the NASCAR level; Joey finally found his match. Joey Logano, now 30, is no longer the precocious kid on the NASCAR track. It was draped across the casket during the service. No media for me, Im out. (Chastain). So, its kind of pathetic. BIG NEWS. Logano originally announced on July 27 that he and Brittany were expecting their third child. After an early-race crash sparked by Ross Chastain parked Brennan Poole in Mondays Cup race at Dover Motor Speedway, Poole said Chastain probably needs to get his butt whooped.. from FOX Sports Digital http://ift.tt/2fs0onV Thank you, everyone. This NC destination ranks among nations favorites. The newborn is their first daughter. Once Hudson hit the gas pedal, pink smoke shot out from underneath the No. Shoaf says mediation could resolve the matter quickly. He avoided multiple incidents and mechanical issues that sent other drivers to the infield early, and then he battled with Kyle Busch for the lead during both segments. pic.twitter.com/yhRKUbCrW7, Joey Logano (@joeylogano) February 8, 2022. "Marinos joined RA with a specific mandate to secure the immediate and long-term future of Rugby in Australia, at a time when sporting codes globally were grappling with the commercial and operational impacts of Covid-19. Martin Truex Jr. snapped a 54-race winless streak, scoring the victory Monday at Dover Motor Speedway. Joey Logano said attending Wednesdays funeral of 5-year-old NASCAR fan Jake Leatherman in Hickory, North Carolina, was a profoundly moving experience. It felt like weve been close a bunch of times, and we gave some away, thats for sure, Truex told Fox Sports.