| Car Number | #47 |
| Team | Hyak Motorsports |
| Manufacturer | Chevrolet |
| Nationality | American |
| Born | October 2, 1987 - Olive Branch, Mississippi |
| Age | 38 |
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Biography
Ricky Stenhouse Jr. etched his name into NASCAR history by winning the 2023 Daytona 500, the biggest race in American motorsport. From Olive Branch, Mississippi, Stenhouse is a two-time Xfinity Series champion (2012, 2013) who has been a fixture in the Cup Series for over a decade. His aggressive superspeedway racing style has made him both a fan favorite and a feared competitor at Daytona and Talladega.
Stenhouse spent most of his Cup career with Roush Fenway Racing before moving to what is now Hyak Motorsports. While consistent front-running speed has sometimes been elusive in smaller-team equipment, his superspeedway prowess means he is always a threat at restrictor plate races. His 2023 Daytona 500 victory was a career-defining moment that validated years of gritty competition.
At 38, Stenhouse brings experience and superspeedway expertise to every weekend. His dirt racing background in Mississippi gives him excellent car control, and his willingness to race aggressively in the draft ensures he is always in contention when the big races come around. His two Xfinity titles remain a reminder that he possesses championship-caliber talent.
Interesting Facts
- Won the 2023 Daytona 500
- Back-to-back Xfinity Series champion in 2012 and 2013
- From Olive Branch, Mississippi - deep in the southern racing heartland
- Known as one of the most aggressive drafters in superspeedway racing
- Grew up racing dirt tracks in the Memphis area