Paul Menard
About Paul Menard
Paul Menard competed in 471 NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series and NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series races, racing out of Eau Claire, WI. Paul Menard recorded 1 career win, 2 pole positions, 20 top-5 finishes, and 69 top-10s. The Milwaukee Mile was Paul Menard's strongest venue, where the driver earned 1 win in 3 starts.
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Wins
2
Poles
20
Top 5
69
Top 10
471
Starts
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Avg Finish
Driver Profile
Birthday
08-21-1980
Hometown
Eau Claire, WI
Career Highlights
- 1 career Cup win
Career Arc View full arc →
Rookie (2006-2007)
Rising (2008-2010)
Prime (2011-2014)
Twilight (2015-2019)
Prime years: 2011-2013 (avg score: 18/100)
14 Cup Series seasons analyzed
2021 Season
2
Races
0
Wins
0
Top 5
1
Top 10
32.50
Avg Start
9.50
Avg Finish
13.60
Last 5 Avg
Best Tracks
Paul Menard's best track is The Milwaukee Mile with 1 win and a 5 average finish in 3 races.
| Track | Races | Avg Finish |
|---|---|---|
| The Milwaukee Mile | 3 | 5 |
| Michigan International Speedway | 38 | 14.5 |
| Indianapolis Motor Speedway | 21 | 14.5 |
| Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park | 4 | 11.3 |
| Memphis Motorsports Park | 3 | 13.3 |
Recent Results
Paul Menard's most recent 20 race results across multiple series.
| Date | Series | Race | Start | Finish | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 7 | Trucks | NASCAR Camping World Truck Series at Watkins Glen | 39 | 8 | +31 |
| May 22 | Trucks | NASCAR Camping World Truck Series at Circuit of the Americas | 26 | 11 | +15 |
| Nov 17 | Cup | Ford EcoBoost 400 | 9 | 17 | -8 |
| Nov 10 | Cup | Bluegreen Vacations 500 | 9 | 12 | -3 |
| Nov 3 | Cup | AAA Texas 500 | 14 | 20 | -6 |
| Oct 20 | Cup | Hollywood Casino 400 | 25 | 18 | +7 |
| Oct 13 | Cup | 1000Bulbs.com 500 | 17 | 16 | +1 |
| Oct 6 | Cup | Drydene 400 | 19 | 12 | +7 |
| Sep 29 | Cup | Bank of America Roval 400 | 19 | 16 | +3 |
| Sep 15 | Cup | South Point 400 | 28 | 14 | +14 |
| Sep 8 | Cup | Big Machine Vodka 400 at the Brickyard | 22 | 10 | +12 |
| Sep 1 | Cup | Bojangles' Southern 500 | 14 | 9 | +5 |
| Aug 11 | Cup | Consumers Energy 400 | 15 | 15 | — |
| Aug 4 | Cup | Go Bowling at The Glen | 10 | 18 | -8 |
| Jul 28 | Cup | Gander RV 400 | 24 | 18 | +6 |
| Jul 21 | Cup | Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 | 21 | 13 | +8 |
| Jul 20 | O'Reilly | NASCAR XFINITY SERIES AT NEW HAMPSHIRE | 4 | 5 | -1 |
| Jul 13 | Cup | Quaker State 400 presented by Walmart | 2 | 11 | -9 |
| Jul 7 | Cup | Coke Zero Sugar 400 | 17 | 16 | +1 |
| Jun 10 | Cup | FireKeepers Casino 400 | 22 | 13 | +9 |
Year-by-Year Results
Paul Menard has competed in 7 combined seasons, with a career average finish of N/A.
| Season | Series | Races | Wins | Avg Start | Avg Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Trucks | 2 | 0 | 32.50 | 9.50 |
| 2019 | Cup | 29 | 0 | 16.69 | 14.79 |
| 2019 | O'Reilly | 2 | 0 | 2.50 | 4.50 |
| 2018 | Cup | 24 | 0 | 18.00 | 15.21 |
| 2018 | O'Reilly | 4 | 0 | 8.50 | 7.50 |
| 2017 | Cup | 25 | 0 | 20.36 | 16.64 |
| 2017 | O'Reilly | 7 | 0 | 8.86 | 19.14 |
Season Performance Stats
NASCAR loop data -- avg running position, pass differential, driver rating, and more (2007-2022 Cup Series).
| Year | Rating | Avg Start | Avg Finish | Avg Run Pos | Pass Diff | Fast Laps | Laps Led % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 70.40 | 16.60 | 16.60 | 17.20 | -82 | 100 | 0.10% |
| 2018 | 71.10 | 17.20 | 19.40 | 18.70 | -93 | 122 | 0.10% |
| 2017 | 62.10 | 21.70 | 19.60 | 21.20 | -124 | 58 | 0.00% |
| 2016 | 66.40 | 19.50 | 22.00 | 20.40 | -60 | 71 | 0.20% |
| 2015 | 76.40 | 17.80 | 17.10 | 18.20 | -177 | 79 | 0.10% |
| 2014 | 77.20 | 16.70 | 17.90 | 18.00 | -76 | 106 | 0.40% |
| 2013 | 76.70 | 16.00 | 17.80 | 17.60 | -228 | 84 | 0.70% |
| 2012 | 78.00 | 16.20 | 15.50 | 17.30 | -73 | 78 | 0.20% |
| 2011 | 79.20 | 11.50 | 17.60 | 16.20 | -479 | 96 | 0.80% |
| 2010 | 70.90 | 19.60 | 19.80 | 19.30 | -247 | 81 | 0.20% |
| 2009 | 50.60 | 31.00 | 26.90 | 27.70 | -144 | 36 | 0.10% |
| 2008 | 56.70 | 24.40 | 25.40 | 25.80 | -184 | 23 | 0.30% |
| 2007 | 49.40 | 29.20 | 26.80 | 29.10 | -29 | 28 | 0.00% |
Performance Quality Score (PQS) History
Career History
Related Drivers
| Name | Relation |
|---|---|
| Anthony Alfredo | Same Series |
| Justin Allgaier | Same Series |
| A.J. Allmendinger | Same Series |
| Tyler Ankrum | Same Series |
| Christopher Bell | Same Series |
| Josh Berry | Same Series |
| Josh Bilicki | Same Series |
| Ryan Blaney | Same Series |
| Alex Bowman | Same Series |
| Spencer Boyd | Same Series |
| Chase Briscoe | Same Series |
| Chris Buescher | Same Series |
Penalties & Infractions
| Season | Race | Fine | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Indianapolis | $50,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many wins does Paul Menard have?
Paul Menard has 1 Cup Series career win.
What team does Paul Menard drive for?
Paul Menard is retired from NASCAR competition.
What series does Paul Menard compete in?
Paul Menard competed in the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series, NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series.
Where is Paul Menard from?
Paul Menard is from Eau Claire, WI.
How old is Paul Menard?
Paul Menard is 45 years old, born August 21, 1980.
Is Paul Menard in the 2026 NASCAR season?
No, Paul Menard is not competing in the 2026 NASCAR season.