Ryan Newman Quick Info | |
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Height | 5 ft 11 in |
Weight | 94 kg |
Date of Birth | December 8, 1977 |
Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
Eye Color | Blue |
Ryan Newman is an American professional stock car racing driver who has competed in the NASCAR Cup Series (2000-Present), finishing 2nd overall in 2014. He has also competed, partially, in the NASCAR Nationwide Series (2001, 2005-2012), the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series (2008-2009, 2011, 2013, 2015, 2018), the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour (2008-2018), and the ARCA Re/Max Series (1997, 2000-2001). His most notable event wins include the 2002 Winston Cup Series (NASCAR ‘All-Star Race’), the 2008 Daytona 500, and the 2013 Brickyard 400. In 2003, he had won the ‘Driver of the Year’ award, presented annually to the best driver across all motorsport categories on 4 wheels.
Born Name
Ryan Joseph Newman
Nick Name
Rocket Man
Sun Sign
Sagittarius
Born Place
South Bend, St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States
Residence
North Carolina, United States
Nationality
Education
Ryan, after his high school graduation, had joined Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. He had graduated from there in 2001 with a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering.
Occupation
Professional Stock Car Racing Driver
Family
- Father – Greg Newman
- Mother – Diane Newman
- Siblings – Jamie Klepper (Sister)
Car Number
- 02 (2000-2001)
- 12 (2002-2008)
- 39 (2009-2013)
- 31 (2014-2018)
- 6 (2019-Present)
NASCAR Cup Series Teams
Ryan has raced for –
- Kranefuss-Penske Racing (2000)
- Penske Racing South (2001-2003, 2006-2008)
- Penske-Jasper Racing (2004-2005)
- Stewart-Haas Racing (2009-2013)
- Richard Childress Racing (2014-2018)
- Roush Fenway Racing (2019-Present)
Build
Average
Height
5 ft 11 in or 180.5 cm
Weight
94 kg or 207 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Ryan has dated –
Race / Ethnicity
White
He is of American descent.
Hair Color
Light Brown
Eye Color
Blue
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Short-cropped hair
- Affable smile
- Clean-shaven look
Brand Endorsements
Ryan has been sponsored by –
- Aggressive Hydraulics
- Bass Pro Shops
- BrakeSafe Technologies
- Coca-Cola
Ryan Newman Facts
Featured Image by Ryan Newman / Instagram
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