Ty Gibbs, born on October 4, 2002, in Charlotte, North Carolina, is an American professional stock car racing driver and team owner. He competes full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series, driving the No. 54 Toyota Camry XSE for Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR). Gibbs is the grandson of Joe Gibbs, a former NFL coach and founder of JGR.
Career Highlights:
- 2021: Gibbs won the ARCA Menards Series championship and was named the NASCAR Xfinity Series Rookie of the Year.
- 2022: He clinched the NASCAR Xfinity Series championship, securing multiple wins throughout the season.
- 2023: Gibbs transitioned to the Cup Series full-time, driving the No. 54 car for JGR. He earned the NASCAR Cup Series Rookie of the Year title despite missing the playoffs.
- 2024: He achieved his first career pole at the Coca-Cola 600 and made his first playoff appearance. Gibbs concluded the season 15th in points, marking his best finish to date.
Recent Performance:
The start of the 2025 season has been challenging for Gibbs. After five races, he sits 34th in points, with an average finish of 25.8. His struggles have been a topic of discussion, with his grandfather, Joe Gibbs, addressing the team’s performance and expressing optimism for improvement.
Notable Incidents:
At the Martinsville race, Gibbs was involved in a confrontation with Tyler Reddick after being spun out. Gibbs expressed his frustration, emphasizing the need for respect on the track.