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Newsweek
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Dale Jr. Links Carson Hocevar's Bold Move to His Father's NASCAR Legacy
Dale Earnhardt Jr. showered huge praise on young Cup Series driver Carson Hocevar for his aggressive driving style by comparing him to his late father and NASCAR icon, Dale Earnhardt Sr. The comments from Dale Jr. arrive days after Hocevar clashed with Ricky Stenhouse Jr. at Nashville Superspeedway. Hocevar hit the rear of Stenhouse Jr.'s No. 47 car, which pushed him off course and led him straight into the wall. While Hocevar managed to finish second, Stenhouse Jr. finished the race last. The incident prompted several NASCAR insiders to target Hocevar's driving style. Stenhouse Jr. also pointed to a possible payback in the future. However, seeing Hocevar's race, Dale Jr. was reminded of his father, which prompted him to advise Hocevar to continue driving the same way. Speaking on the Dale Jr. Download, he said: Dale Earnhardt Jr. speaks to the media on the red carpet for the NASCAR on Prime Presents The World Premiere of Earnhardt at The Revelry on May 22, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dale Earnhardt Jr. speaks to the media on the red carpet for the NASCAR on Prime Presents The World Premiere of Earnhardt at The Revelry on May 22, 2025 in Charlotte, North NASCAR and Prime Video "Carson, I even said in a clip on Dirty Mo Media, I think the guy reminds me of a 1979 Dale Earnhardt. Fast, not scared to use his front bumper, don't care if somebody gets mad about it and on the verge of becoming a star. That's exactly how I saw dad around that timeframe in his career. "Off the track, what they like to do Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, they could be completely different people. But on the racetrack, that's what I see out of Carson. "And I say that to maybe encourage Carson to continue what he's doing because Dale Earnhardt ended up becoming a seven-time champion. That aggressive style was something that endeared him to a lot of people. You can see a lot of people enjoy that as well, out of Carson." Hocevar revealed that he texted Stenhouse Jr. after the race weekend and admitted that his intention was not to crash into him. Speaking on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, he said: "We texted a little bit back and forth and I think we'll still talk. You see each other 38 weekends a year. Eventually, you're going to run into each other. Not literally, hopefully, but run into each other in person. I think it's better if you're going to have that talk or conversation, to do it before you get to the track and everyone gets into race mode. "Yeah, he wanted to have that conversation, so I just texted him to reach out or whatever. We'll probably have that talk and see where it goes." He added: "I know my intentions and what I thought was gonna happen. Ultimately, you don't want to wreck anybody's race car. You don't want to wreck anybody. [Spire co-owner] Jeff Dickerson tells me all the time that if you're explaining, you're losing. With us talking about this, instead of talking about how we can get ourselves one spot better, we're talking about this. "I didn't want to wreck him. I went in and I thought I could get there and get a little more space. For his arc, I thought he was gonna go run the middle with the 54 [Ty Gibbs] running the bottom and thought I could get in a little deeper and have his spotter call inside and he just came all the way down and I landed into his left rear. Backed him into the fence. I don't wanna do that and I feel bad for it, obviously, for wrecking somebody's race car. "I think the biggest thing is the story we want is the fact we ran second with the 77 car. Don't think anyone remembers Ryan Blaney won the race because all they're talking about is this so far. I think that's the biggest thing is we don't want to slow ourselves down by having these clouds over our heads just as a team or put any more targets on my back. I've created the world I live in of that reputation; I understand that. You don't want to do anything more to put a bigger target on your back."
Newsweek
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Ricky Stenhouse Jr. Joins Forces with Hulk Hogan's Brew for Michigan Race
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Driver of the Hyak Motorsports No. 47 Chevrolet, Ricky Stenhouse Jr., has partnered with a popular beer brand co-founded by WWE star Hulk Hogan for this weekend's FireKeepers Casino 400 NASCAR Cup Series race at the Michigan International Speedway. Real American Beer is set to partner with the team for the second time this season, and as a result, the No. 47 car will feature a unique paint scheme dedicated to the premium light beer brand. Stenhouse Jr. comes off the back of a disastrous weekend in Nashville, where Carson Hocevar crashed into him. The impact from the rear caused him to crash into the wall, resulting in a last-place finish in the race. Now, the Hyak Motorsports driver heads to Michigan with renewed energy. Addressing the upcoming race, he said: Ricky Stenhouse Jr., driver of the #47 SUNNYD Chevrolet, walks onstage during driver intros prior to the NASCAR Cup Series All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway on May 18, 2025 in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. Ricky Stenhouse Jr., driver of the #47 SUNNYD Chevrolet, walks onstage during driver intros prior to the NASCAR Cup Series All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway on May 18, 2025 in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina."We didn't get the result we were after in Nashville, and that's frustrating for sure. "But this team's got heart. We've put in the work this week, and we're heading to Michigan with a clean slate and a fast Real American Beer Chevy." Hulk Hogan shared his excitement for the race this weekend. He added: "Brother, Michigan knows how to go full throttle—and so does Real American Beer. We're back on the track, back in the fight, and there's no better time to crack one open and let it rip." Real American Beer CEO Terri Francis revealed the brand's strategy. He said: "Motorsports fans have been some of our loudest supporters from day one. This partnership is part of our strategy to meet them where they are—on the road, in the stands and in the beer aisle." WWE star Jimmy Hart will also be present at the race track in Michigan for Real American Beer. Stenhouse Jr. hinted after the Cup Series race in Nashville that payback was coming to Hocevar after the crash last week. Newsweek Sports reported: "A lap or two before, he [Hocevar] tried to dive in there from about 10 car lengths back and then that time, I just opened my entry a little bit and he over-charged the corner and drilled us in the rear bumper. "I'd say it's not out of the norm from him, but I definitely wasn't expecting that at that point of the race. It's just a bummer for us." He added: "Bummed our day ended like that. Definitely will have something to do about it at one point." Stenhouse Jr. confirmed after the race weekend that Hocevar had not approached him. It remains to be seen whether Stenhouse Jr. will take drastic action in Michigan.
Newsweek
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Ricky Stenhouse Jr. Escalates Nashville Clash to Hocevar's Team Owner
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Ricky Stenhouse Jr. revealed on the Motor Stardom Show that he hasn't received a call from Carson Hocevar after the clash during the NASCAR Cup Series race at Nashville Superspeedway. Sunday's race saw Carson crash into Stenhouse Jr. from behind. The Hyak Motorsports driver then lost control and crashed into the wall, leading him to finish last in the race. Hocevar, meanwhile, finished the race in second place. Stenhouse Jr. entered Nashville in 13th place in the standings. However, the incident has caused him to slip to 18th place, below the playoff line. Ricky Stenhouse Jr., driver of the #47 NOS Energy Chevrolet, waits on the grid during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville Superspeedway on May 31, 2025 in Lebanon, Tennessee. Ricky Stenhouse Jr., driver of the #47 NOS Energy Chevrolet, waits on the grid during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville Superspeedway on May 31, 2025 in Lebanon, Sports reported Stenhouse Jr.'s comments after the race, who hinted at a payback in the future. He said: "A lap or two before, he [Hocevar] tried to dive in there from about 10 car lengths back and then that time, I just opened my entry a little bit and he over-charged the corner and drilled us in the rear bumper. "I'd say it's not out of the norm from him, but I definitely wasn't expecting that at that point of the race. It's just a bummer for us." He added: "Bummed our day ended like that. Definitely will have something to do about it at one point." Two days after the incident, Stenhouse Jr. confirmed on the Motor Stardom Show that he hadn't been approached by Hocevar. He said: "I've been in this sport a long time and if you make a mistake like that, you generally pick up the phone as quick as you can, especially if you feel bad about it. If you don't, you just roll on with it. No, I've not gotten a call from him. "I've talked to his owner. Jeff Dickerson and I are super tight. I haven't gotten a call from him, so to my point, he doesn't really care about it which is fine." No call yet from Carson Hocevar yet to Ricky Stenhouse Jr. Watch full episode now -> — RJ Starcevic (@RJStarcevic) June 4, 2025 Dickerson reacted to the incident on the Door Bumper Clear podcast. Expressing his disappointment, he said: "Here's what I said. Man, you didn't need to do that. You just didn't need to do that. "It wasn't going to cost him anything to let Ricky back in line. I just wish he would have cut him a break. "I have a personal relationship with Ricky and so I don't want that to you know cloud it." With no communication from Hocevar, it remains to be seen if Stenhouse Jr. confronts him on or off track this weekend at Michigan International Speedway.
Newsweek
02-06-2025
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Stenhouse Jr. Hints Payback Is Coming for Hocevar After Nashville Clash
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Ricky Stenhouse Jr. has hinted that he would respond to Carson Hocevar's move during the NASCAR Cup Series race at Nashville Superspeedway. The Hyak Motorsports driver lost control in P17 and crashed into the wall after Hocevar made contact with his car from behind. The onboard footage from Hocevar's car suggests that the incident could have been prevented. Unfortunately for Stenhouse Jr., the mishap cost him positions and crucial points as he finished last in the race. However, it seems as though the clash may not have ended at Nashville, considering Stenhouse Jr.'s statement that hints at an imminent action on his part. Speaking after the race to NASCAR On Prime, he said: Ricky Stenhouse Jr., driver of the #47 NOS Energy Chevrolet, looks on during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville Superspeedway on May 31, 2025 in Lebanon, Tennessee. Ricky Stenhouse Jr., driver of the #47 NOS Energy Chevrolet, looks on during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville Superspeedway on May 31, 2025 in Lebanon, Tennessee."A lap or two before, he [Hocevar] tried to dive in there from about 10 car lengths back and then that time, I just opened my entry a little bit and he over-charged the corner and drilled us in the rear bumper. "I'd say it's not out of the norm from him, but I definitely wasn't expecting that at that point of the race. It's just a bummer for us." He added: "Bummed our day ended like that. Definitely will have something to do about it at one point." Hocevar's aggressive move drew Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s attention, who also expects Stenhouse Jr. to respond. He said: "Well, I hear a guy that doesn't know that he ran into the back of somebody and wrecked them. Hey, I'll call it like it is. I like Hocevar a lot. Kid's awesome. Ran second tonight. I like his attitude, I like his personality, and I like his style. "But yeah, I think he could have cut the 47 a break, and he chose not to do that. "That's his way that he wants to race. He's not very apologetic about it. A lot of people are going to love that. A lot of people are going to love how he races and how he does his job. "From what I saw tonight, I think he probably could have gave Ricky an opportunity there and continued to race. And he'll have to hear that side from Ricky, and it will be interesting to see how that plays out." The 39th-place finish for Stenhouse Jr. means he is now 18th in the standings, while Hocevar is placed one place above in 17th place. Considering Stenhouse Jr.'s comments, it remains to be seen how he would deal with Hocevar in the upcoming race weekends.
Yahoo
13-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
NASCAR driver Ricky Stenhouse Jr. says 2023 Daytona 500 win was ‘life-changing'
DAYTONA, Fla. (WGHP) — Can do it again just two years after his 'life-changing' Daytona 500 win? , of Olive Branch, Mississippi, drives the No. 47 Chevrolet for . He has 12 full seasons in the NASCAR Cup Series behind him. Here's what you need to know ahead of the 2025 Daytona 500 This will be his 14th Daytona 500 after eight with RFK Racing and five with JTG Daugherty Racing. 2025 marks his first time running the 500 with Hyak Motorsports. What sets this run apart from most of his past races is that, now, Stenhouse Jr. returns as a Daytona 500 champion after claiming victory in 2023. 'It was unbelievable,' he said. 'Now when I come into Daytona 500 media day, I've got that trophy with my name on it, so that never gets old. But I think for us and our small team, it was life-changing. It felt like it gave our whole team just a little pep in their step. And now when you come down here to Daytona 500, way more confidence, way more relaxed, and ready to go win another one.' Stenhouse came in 47th during the 2024 Daytona 500, but this could be the year he collects his second win, which would place him among star drivers like Jimmie Johnson and Dale Earnhardt Jr. DraftKings puts his odds of winning the 2025 Daytona 500 at +3500. FOX8's and and WFLA's spent Wednesday afternoon catching up with drivers as they get ready to hit the speedway this Sunday for the Daytona 500. You can check out their full interview with Ricky Stenhouse Jr. in the video player above. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
