Joey Logano Won’t Settle The Obsession That’s Driving Him to a Fourth Cup Title
Joey Logano enters the 2025 NASCAR season with one goal in mind—defend his Cup Series championship. In 2024, the Team Penske driver etched his name deeper into NASCAR history by clinching his third Cup Series title, edging out teammate Ryan Blaney at Phoenix Raceway. At just 34 years old, Logano now holds the most Cup Series championships among active full-time drivers, a testament to his dominance on the track.
But for a driver of Logano’s caliber, three titles aren’t enough. His eyes are now set on a fourth championship—a feat that would put him alongside Jeff Gordon, securing his place among NASCAR’s greatest legends.
The Unfinished Business: Logano’s Championship Mindset
When asked how soon he started thinking about a fourth Cup title, Logano didn’t hesitate:
“It’s pretty immediate that you think about it,” Logano admitted in a press conference. “On one hand, I think the three championships are great. On the other hand, I think we lost four of them that we should have won, so those are the ones that are always in the back of my mind.”
Despite his three titles in 2018, 2022, and 2024, Logano isn’t satisfied. The hunger for more keeps him pushing forward, his competitive drive burning hotter than ever. “Probably not until I’m done racing will I be content with what I have because I’m not done yet… I’m still only 34 years old, so I’ve got a lot of years ahead of me to win more championships and races.”
The Drive for NASCAR Immortality
For Logano, winning isn’t just about the moment of celebration—it’s about building a legacy. The thrill of a championship lasts only 20 minutes, he says, before the focus shifts to doing it all over again. That relentless pursuit of excellence is what separates the good from the great, and Logano is determined to cement his place in history.
“As great as it is, like I always say, the first 20 minutes is amazing because you’re celebrating with your team and your family, and then every day it becomes a little less exciting and more thoughts into, ‘We’ve got to do it again.’”
Can Logano Break the Odd-Year Curse?
While history favors Logano in even-numbered years, 2025 presents a unique challenge. The No. 22 car has yet to capture a title in an odd-numbered season, but past trends mean little to a driver fueled by ambition. If there’s one thing Logano has proven, it’s that he thrives under pressure.
A fourth Cup Series championship would elevate Logano into an elite club, joining Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson, Dale Earnhardt, and Richard Petty in the annals of NASCAR greatness. The question remains—can he do it again in 2025?
Logano’s Road Ahead: The Ultimate Test
As the 2025 NASCAR season unfolds, Joey Logano faces one of the biggest challenges of his career. With the competition fiercer than ever, defending his title won’t be easy. Rivals like Ryan Blaney, Kyle Larson, and Denny Hamlin are all hungry for their own shot at glory. However, Logano’s experience, skill, and relentless drive make him a formidable force on the track. If he can conquer the grueling NASCAR schedule and rise to the occasion once again, he will etch his name alongside the sport’s all-time greats. Will Logano defy the odds and capture his fourth title?
