Hailie Deegan Drops A Heartbreaking 6-Word Verdict on Future NASCAR Return

Hailie Deegan’s time in NASCAR has been a roller-coaster of expectations and challenges, capturing the hearts of fans eager to see her rise as one of the sport’s breakout stars. Yet, despite the promise and pedigree, her NASCAR career did not go anywhere. With only some flashes in the pan in the Truck Series and struggles to get top tier rides consistently, Deegan’s career has been less than even lukewarm. Therefore in an attempt to achieve glory, Deegan has now officially charted a new path, leaving NASCAR for another series. But her lack of accolades wasn’t the only reason for her heartbreaking NASCAR exit, it was more about the struggles of finances.

Hailie Deegan’s Love for IndyCar

Talking to NASCAR Insider Bob Pockrass, Deegan reflected on her journey, and her shift to the Indy NXT Series, a move that has surprised her fans. When asked about the move, she bluntly reasoned her shift, saying : “I like all racing, I grew up go-karting and when the opportunity kind of arose to again open wheeling a car, I took it, I fell in love with it, and really I have just always road course racing and I always felt like I had my strong runs on road courses in the past , so being able to go back to that is key for me”. Recalling her love for open wheel racing on asphalt, she entertained the idea of joining IndyCar and when she got that call, she couldn’t help  but say yes to the opportunity.

But this was more the backhanded reasoning, the bigger factor in this exit was the sad state of NASCAR’s reliance on sponsors. Racing is the costliest sport and even the stars at the top have to keep a grip on their sponsors to be able to drive. Hitting on the issue, Deegan said : “As of now there’s just, it’s too much money for a lot of sponsors to put to the table and that’s something that was kind of a big factor for me . It’s hard, it’s hard to get sponsor money, it’s hard to get to that number of sponsor money “. This stark reality offers a glimpse into the financial barriers that often stand between drivers and the opportunities they deserve.

Despite her love for NASCAR, Hailie Deegan admitted that financial hurdles became a huge challenge. Securing sponsorship in NASCAR has always been a daunting task, especially for drivers trying to establish themselves in a sport where financial backing often outweighs talent.

A new chapter for Deegan in Indy NXT series

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When asked if she is done with NASCAR, she replied : “I mean I wouldn’t say my NASCAR days are done, I think if there is an opportunity, If someone wants to pay for a ride, yeah i will do it” confirming that she is not yet done with NASCAR, she is just waiting for a strong sponsorship opportunity on the horizon. But looking at her Xfinity numbers, with 18 runs and zero top 10 finishes, her chances of getting a committed sponsor looks thin.

While Deegan’s NASCAR journey has been put on hold, she remains optimistic about her racing future. Entering IndyCar but also leaving the door open for a potential return if the right opportunity arises. However, her immediate focus is on making an impact in the Indy NXT Series, where she can hone her skills and potentially set herself up for a long-term career in motorsports. Indy NXT offers a new landscape for Deegan to showcase her abilities. With its emphasis on road course racing and the opportunity to develop within a series that feeds into the prestigious IndyCar series, Deegan has a platform to rebuild and prove herself.

Her fans remain hopeful that one day she might return to NASCAR. For now, though, Hailie Deegan is ready to embrace a new challenge, proving that while the road may be hard, it is not impossible for as a driver and marketable entity, to thrive going forward. So what is your opinion on her move ? Is she better off in Indy ? Let us know in the comments.