The rookie driver of the NASCAR Cup Series and the pride of Dale Earnhardt Jr seem to have landed himself in trouble. The Legacy Motor Club driver may not be having the season he had expected when he graduated to the elite format in the ongoing after a spectacular season in the Xfinity Series just falling short of a few steps away from clinching the title.

Moreover, the driver has struggled in finding traction on the tracks and also suffered concussion-like symptoms, which forced him to be sidelined for one race. Nonetheless, these shortcomings were surely overlooked by the team undergoing a constant rebranding, but it seems that the team is set to draw lines, after the recent incident that required Gragson to issue a public apology.

Noah Gragson issues a public apology after transgressing the rules of NASCAR

In the recent few years, NASCAR teams have been stringent about drivers or any other officials directly or indirectly engaging in politically and morally problematic ideologies. 

Owing to this fact, it seems that the rookie driver Noah Gragson seemed to have transgressed the principles laid by NASCAR. It is rumored that the #42 Chevrolet driver has allegedly liked a post on a social media platform that was centered around the tragic death of George Floyd in 2020. This action led to the driver being outright suspended from the race by the Legacy Motor Club after issuing a statement on its Twitter profile.

The statement read, “We have made the decision to suspend Noah Gragson effective immediately regarding his actions that do not represent the values of our team. Josh Berry will drive the No. 42 entry for this weekend’s NASCAR Cup Series race at Michigan.”

Following this, a remorseful Noah Gragson posted his apology on his Twitter profile. He wrote, “I am disappointed in myself for my lack of attention and actions on social media. I understand the severity of this situation. I love and appreciate everyone. I try to treat everyone equally no matter who they are. I messed up plain and simple.”

A piece of news like this will surely divide the room. While many including NASCAR have come forward condemning the act, others stand in support of the driver.

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After taking suo moto cognizance of the controversy, NASCAR came out with a statement. As reported by autosport.com, the statement read, “NASCAR fully supports Legacy Motor Club’s decision to suspend Noah Gragson. Following his actions on social media, NASCAR has determined that Gragson has violated the Member Conduct section of the 2023 NASCAR Rule Book and has placed him under indefinite suspension.” It is apparent that the driver is regretful of his actions, for which the fans seem to show their sympathy towards Gragson and demanded that the driver should be reinstated to his driver’s seat.

Netizens under the post commented, “Apparently liking memes is off limits. Head up brother. Snag you a big W when you get back!”

“That team is going nowhere hopefully you get a better opportunity.”

“At least you don’t gotta drive the shitbox this weekend.”

Others also commented, “Oh so tired of people over reacting to what we like or share on social media. Your good Noah we will be here when you return.”

While it is yet to be known what would be the future steps the team will undertake and decide on Noah Gragson’s position in the team. However, for the time being, fans can hope that both sides reach a consensus and the repetition of the same act is avoided in the future by any individual. 

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