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Sammy Smith to run several NASCAR Truck races with Spire
Nineteen-year-old Sammy Smith will be competing in four races this season for Spire Motorsports’ No. 7 Chevrolet, starting with Martinsville on April 5 and continuing to North Wilkesboro on May 18, Indianapolis Raceway Park on July 19, and the Milwaukee Mile on Aug. 26. Smith is a full-time competitor in the Xfinity Series with JR Motorsports, driving the No. 8 Chevrolet and achieving three top-10 finishes in five races this season, with his best finish being eighth at Las Vegas. As a former two-time ARCA East champion, Smith scored his first Xfinity win at Phoenix last year and has one previous Truck start at Daytona in the 2023 season opener. Smith expressed excitement for the upcoming races with Spire Motorsports, crediting his familiarity with these tracks and recognizing Spire’s ability to provide winning trucks. Spire President Doug Duchardt praised Smith’s versatility as a talent and highlighted his success in prestigious races like the Winchester 400, Red Bud 400, and Florida Governor’s Cup, underscoring his potential for success in the upcoming events.
