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Aric Almirola announced Saturday he will not return to Stewart-Haas Racing next season but left the door open to competing somewhere in a limited capacity. “I’d like to not quit cold turkey,” Almir…
Aric Almirola announced on Saturday that he will not be returning to Stewart-Haas Racing next season. However, he mentioned that he is open to competing in a limited capacity somewhere else. Almirola expressed his desire to continue racing but in a way that allows for a better work-life balance and less of a year-long grind. He mentioned the possibility of running Xfinity Series races or even some truck races. Almirola also expressed his excitement about having weekends off and possibly getting back into late model racing. He mentioned that he has had conversations about different opportunities and wants to stay involved in the industry by working with TV partners, race teams, and even coaching young drivers. Almirola’s longtime sponsor, Smithfield Foods, also confirmed that they will not be returning to NASCAR next season. Almirola acknowledged their support over the past 12 years and their contribution to the sport.
Source: Racer
