Tyler Ankrum, driving the No. 18 LIUNA Chevrolet Silverado RST, heads to Rockingham Speedway seeking to leverage momentum from his recent top-five finish at Bristol Motor Speedway. He currently shares the lead for most top-five finishes this season, boasting an impressive average finishing position of 9.5 and ranking fourth in the NCTS standings. This upcoming race marks the series’ return to “The Rock” for the first time since 2013, where Ankrum is eager to capitalize on his team’s preparation from a January test at the track.
By the Numbers
- Ankrum is tied for first in top-five finishes this season alongside Corey Heim.
- He holds an average finishing position of 9.5 across six races.
State of Play
- The NCTS returns to Rockingham for the first time since 2013.
- Ankrum’s team tested at Rockingham in January, gaining valuable insights.
What’s Next
The Black’s Tire 200 race weekend begins with practice and qualifying on Friday at 12:30 p.m. ET, followed by the race at 5:00 p.m. ET, televised on FOX Sports 1.
Bottom Line
Ankrum is poised to challenge for his first win of the season at Rockingham, backed by a strong team performance and prior track experience, indicating a potential breakthrough for the driver and his crew.
