Layne Riggs delivered a standout performance to win the OnlyBulls Green Flag 150 at the St. Petersburg street circuit, securing his first victory of the 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season. The Front Row Motorsports driver showed speed, control, and composure in the closing laps, holding off strong challenges from former champions Ty Majeski and Ben Rhodes in a tense finish.
The victory marked the sixth Truck Series win of Riggs’ career and provided a major turnaround after a difficult start to the season.
Strong Comeback After Slow Start
Riggs entered the St. Petersburg weekend looking for a reset after disappointing results in the opening two races, where he finished 31st at Daytona and 27th at Atlanta. The win on the tight Florida street course not only gave him early momentum in the standings but also proved his growing versatility as a driver.
Hard work pays off, @LayneRiggs99. 👏 pic.twitter.com/vUDCbY6li2
— NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Trucks (@NASCAR_Trucks) February 28, 2026
Known primarily for his short-track success, Riggs had spent months preparing for road racing conditions. The result showed clear progress, as he managed both pace and strategy on a challenging circuit that left little room for mistakes.
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Pressure Builds in the Final Laps
The closing stages turned into a high-pressure battle. Lap traffic cut into Riggs’ lead during the final 15 laps, allowing Thorsport Racing teammates Ty Majeski and Ben Rhodes to close within striking distance.
Layne Riggs has won the OnlyBulls Green Flag 150!!
— Michael Epps (@MichaelEppsTV) February 28, 2026
First ever NASCAR Truck Series race on the streets of St. Petersburg had an awesome finish, Riggs holding off Ben Rhodes who led most of the race and Ty Majeski.@BN9 @SpecSports360 pic.twitter.com/ByjhIPJNFJ
Fuel management added another layer of difficulty, forcing Riggs to carefully control his lines through corners while trying to maintain track position. Majeski and Rhodes stayed close and even battled each other for second, creating an intense run to the white flag.
Despite the pressure, Riggs kept his composure and defended his position cleanly to take the checkered flag.
St. Petersburg Truck Series Results (Top 10)
| Position | Driver | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Layne Riggs | Front Row Motorsports (Ford) |
| 2 | Ty Majeski | Thorsport Racing (Ford) |
| 3 | Ben Rhodes | Thorsport Racing (Ford) |
| 4 | Chandler Smith | Front Row Motorsports (Ford) |
| 5 | Kaden Honeycutt | TRICON Garage (Toyota) |
| 6 | Landen Lewis | Niece Motorsports (Chevrolet) |
| 7 | Andres Perez de Lara | Niece Motorsports (Chevrolet) |
| 8 | Daniel Hemric | McAnally-Hilgemann Racing (Chevrolet) |
| 9 | Colin Braun | Kaulig Racing (Ram) |
| 10 | James Hinchcliffe | Spire Motorsports (Chevrolet) |
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A Confidence Boost for the No. 34 Team
The St. Petersburg win was more than just another trophy for Riggs. It showed that he can compete and win on different types of tracks, not just short ovals. The performance also reinforced that the Front Row Motorsports team remains a serious contender early in the 2026 season.
After early struggles, the victory gives Riggs valuable momentum and confidence as the Truck Series schedule moves forward. With strong pace, smart strategy, and improved road-course skills, he has quickly put himself back into the championship conversation.
