Tag: JGR

CUP Series, Home, NASCAR

Hamlin Admits Fault After Clash with Gibbs; JGR Holds Teamwide Meeting

Denny Hamlin admitted fault after wrecking Ty Gibbs at New Hampshire, prompting Joe Gibbs Racing leadership to hold a teamwide meeting. Hamlin, Gibbs, Christopher Bell, and Chase Briscoe discussed racing smarter as teammates, with Joe Gibbs emphasizing unity. Drivers left optimistic about avoiding similar incidents as the playoffs continue. Continue reading Hamlin Admits Fault After Clash with Gibbs; JGR Holds Teamwide Meeting

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CUP Series, Home, NASCAR

Joe Gibbs Racing Announces Key Leadership Changes Ahead of 2025 NASCAR Cup Series Season

Joe Gibbs Racing is shaking up its leadership for 2025, promoting Chris Gabehart to competition director and naming Chris Gayle as Denny Hamlin’s new crew chief. Both bring impressive resumes, including playoff runs in 2024. JGR believes these changes will strengthen the organization across all teams for the upcoming NASCAR season. Continue reading Joe Gibbs Racing Announces Key Leadership Changes Ahead of 2025 NASCAR Cup Series Season

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CUP Series, NASCAR, Xfinity Series

Altercation with Bubba Wallace Led to Aric Almirola’s Suspension from JGR Xfinity Ride

A recent report from The Athletic’s Jordan Bianchi, citing anonymous sources, revealed an altercation between Aric Almirola and Bubba Wallace during a competition meeting, leading to Almirola’s removal from the driver’s seat of No. 20 NASCAR Xfinity Series entry at Charlotte Motor Speedway and an indefinite suspension from the team. Despite this, Almirola is set to return for the July 20 event at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Continue reading Altercation with Bubba Wallace Led to Aric Almirola’s Suspension from JGR Xfinity Ride

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CUP Series, NASCAR

Christopher Bell’s Slip-Up Reveals Potential Chase Briscoe Move to Joe Gibbs Racing

Christopher Bell’s impressive track record at New Hampshire Motor Speedway was momentarily overshadowed by an unexpected revelation during his Friday media session. When asked about leadership at Joe Gibbs Racing following Martin Truex Jr.’s retirement, Bell inadvertently mentioned Chase Briscoe joining the team.
“Whenever Chase comes into the car,” Bell said before catching himself, his face flushing as he realized his mistake. This slip-up all but confirmed the rumored move of Briscoe to JGR for the 2025 season.
While Joe Gibbs Racing hasn’t made an official announcement, Bell’s accidental disclosure adds credibility to the industry chatter surrounding Briscoe’s potential move. The incident provided an unexpected twist to the weekend’s racing narrative at New Hampshire, where Bell aims to showcase his on-track skills in both the Cup and Xfinity Series events Continue reading Christopher Bell’s Slip-Up Reveals Potential Chase Briscoe Move to Joe Gibbs Racing

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NASCAR, Xfinity Series

Almirola Sheds Asterisk with Martinsville Xfinity Win

Aric Almirola secured his first genuine Xfinity Series win at Martinsville Speedway, erasing a tainted victory from 17 years prior. During a chaotic finish, he bypassed teammate Sheldon Creed and claimed victory after a contentious restart. Almirola’s triumph also earned him the $100,000 Dash 4 Cash bonus. Continue reading Almirola Sheds Asterisk with Martinsville Xfinity Win

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