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Ryan Blaney, Todd Gilliland ready for Brickyard 400 balancing act with $1 million prize at stake
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by MICHAEL MAROT, Associated Press , ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 24, 2026
· 1 min read
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Ryan Blaney faces a high-stakes weekend in Indianapolis. He's hoping to put Roger Penske back in victory lane at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, and he'd like to add a second crown jewel win to his resume. At the same time, he's chasing a $1 million pay day — if he finishes ahead...
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Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
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What is this story about? INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Ryan Blaney faces a high-stakes weekend in Indianapolis. He's hoping to put Roger Penske back in victory lane at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, and he'd like to add a second crown jewel win to his resume. At the same time, he's chasing a $1 million pay day — if he finishes ahead...
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