The 2020 NASCAR season is close to wrapping up and eyes will be turning towards 2021. In the case of Matt DiBenedetto, he is weighing his options between Wood Brothers and Team Penske. For the moment, he is part of the Wood Brothers team, but there is a chance of Team Penske recruiting him. Since the two have collaborated, DiBenedetto has been in a decent run of form. Sadly, it doesn’t seem to be enough to convince the team. Ahead of this weekend’s race at the Bristol Motor Speedway, he is facing a must-win situation. However, he is also making some demands of his own. As it turns out, Team Penske has an option for him in 2021. The question is, if they decide to act on it, he has to know at the earliest. So, DiBenedetto has given the team until the end of September to give him an answer. WHAT LIES IN THE FUTURE FOR MATT DIBENEDETTO? Naturally, the 29-year-old needs a win in order to advance in the Playoffs. Currently, he is in the drop zone, along with William Byron, Cole Custer, and Ryan Blaney. If he can bag a victory, he can eliminate the likes of Clint Bowyer from the competition. Admittedly, he did not have such great races in Richmond and Darlington. So he will be using Bristol as his last gasp chance to squeak through. Obviously, Matt DiBenedetto is keen to stay on with Wood Brothers or get a shot at Team Penske. So, he will be banking on an excellent performance at his ‘favorite’ track. Last year, he had to make way for Christopher Bell at Leavine Family Racing. It is also worth noting that he faces a similar situation with Penske. This is because the team is eager to promote the likes of Austin Cindric to the Cup Series. “They heavily expressed they wanted this to be a long-term relationship, something that we build for a long time to come,” DiBenedetto said [https://www.autoweek.com/racing/nascar/a34062752/nascar-matt-dibenedetto-faces-must-win-scenario-with-contract-renewal-deadline-in-the-background/]. “All those things — so that was very encouraging when I came over here. I do not want to go anywhere. I love driving for the Wood Brothers. It’s been a dream come true.” ALSO READ- Team Penske or a New Team? Austin Cindric Is Exploring Options for 2021 Season [https://www.essentiallysports.com/nascar-news-team-penske-or-a-new-team-austin-cindric-is-exploring-options-for-2021-season/]

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[caption id="attachment_455734" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-455734" src="https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1205344925.jpg" alt="Matt DiBenedetto during the NASCAR Cup Series" width="1920" height="1281" /> DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 09: Matt DiBenedetto, driver of the #21 Motorcraft/Quick Lane Ford, stands on the grid during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series 62nd Annual Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway on February 09, 2020 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)[/caption]
<h2>Matt DiBenedetto: 2021 Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsement</h2>
Matthew Guido DiBenedetto is a renowned racer in NASCAR. At present, he is competing for the Wood Brothers Racing, cockpit No. 21, Ford Mustang. He replaced Paul Menard, who was racing for thirteen years in the team.
<h2>Matt DiBenedetto: Stats and Championship</h2>
Matt DiBenedetto began his hustling profession in NASCAR through Xfinity Series in 2009.

His maiden race was the 2009 Kroger On Track for the Cure 250 (Memphis). However, his best finish was recorded in 2019 CTECH Manufacturing 180 (Road America).

Apparently, he accomplished his best finish in 2014, ranking 21st. In addition, the racer stood 100th in 2019.

In the tenure of six years, Matt clutched the gear for 69 races. However, he bagged no victories and poles in the period. Nonetheless, he climbed the ladder for two top 10s.

In NASCAR Cup Series, Matt began racing in 2015 and competed for BK Racing for a year (2015-2016). Following this, he jumped ship to Go Fas Racing, where he competed for one year too.

In 2019, he joined the Leavine Family Racing before finally leaping into Wood Brothers Racing in 2020.

Besides ranking 13th in the 2020 season, he also acquired his best finish as 13th.

He accomplished no triumphs and pole position. However, he conquered 22 top 10s in his career history so far.
<h2>Matt DiBenedetto: 2021 Net Worth</h2>
Matt DiBenedetto has several accolades tucked under his belt in twelve years. However, according to <a href="https://www.thesquander.com/matt-dibenedetto-net-worth-2018-what-nascar-driver-worth-15693247#:~:text=Matt%20DiBenedetto%27s%20net%20worth%20in,around%20%243%20Million%20%E2%80%93%20%246%20Million.">internet sources</a>, he has a net worth of $3 to $6 million as estimated in the 2021 season.

[caption id="attachment_455757" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-455757" src="https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1284625593.jpg" alt="Matt DiBenedetto in action in NASCAR Cup Series" width="1920" height="1278" /> AVONDALE, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 08: Matt DiBenedetto, driver of the #21 Motorcraft/Quick Lane Ford, drives during the NASCAR Cup Series Season Finale 500 at Phoenix Raceway on November 08, 2020 in Avondale, Arizona. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)[/caption]
<h2>Matt DiBenedetto: Foundations and Charity</h2>
Apart from his racing career, Matt has been active in the field of philanthropy. According to Fox Sports, Matt DiBenedetto has been into charity and funds promoting energetically. He ardently supports the foundation, 'Hope For The Warriors.'

The foundation helps the wounded and injured service members. It also supports and helps the family of the ones who died in the field of action.
<h2>Matt DiBenedetto: Sponsors</h2>
The 29-year-old racer has been not out of sponsors in his tenure so far. Procore, the company is at the lead for contributing and sourcing for the cloud-based applications for constructions.

The Barstool Sports sponsored the Grass Valley, California native for two Cup Races too.
<h2>Matt DiBenedetto: Career Highlights</h2>
The NASCAR racer earned the 2007 UARA-Stars Rookie of the Year Award. In 2008, he became the youngest driver to triumph at the Bristol Motor Speedway.

In 2009, he bagged two wins, three poles, earned two track records. He further claimed the most laps in the series, having only competed in seven of the 12 series races in the Camping World Series East Series for Joe Gibbs Racing.

In 2010, the racer claimed the ninth and 10th positions for Iowa Speedway and Nashville Speedway.

Then, in 2011, Matt earned the seven top fives and nine top 10s in a total of 12 races at the Bowman Gray Stadium.

In his entire six years of tenure in the NASCAR Cup Series, he grabbed the 13th position in the 2020 season, amidst the pandemic situation. He placed his position for 22 top 10s.

[caption id="attachment_455751" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-455751" src="https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1282746779.jpg" alt="Wood Brothers Racing driver Matt DiBenedetto in the race at Texas" width="1920" height="1280" /> FORT WORTH, TEXAS - OCTOBER 28: Matt DiBenedetto, driver of the #21 Menards/Richmond Ford, drives during the NASCAR Cup Series Autotrader EchoPark Automotive 500 at Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)[/caption]

In his six years time period at the NASCAR Xfinity Series, he pulled himself to the 100th rank in 2019. However, he achieved his best finish in 2014 ranking 21st. In addition, he scored two top 10s and witnessed no luck in the arena of trophies.
<h2>Matt DiBenedetto: Family</h2>
Matt DiBenedetto, aka DiBurrito, was born to Sandy and Tony DiBenedetto on July 27, 1991.

He grew up with his siblings Austin, Katie, and Kelley in Grass Valley, California.

In 2015, Matt tied the knot with his childhood friend, Taylor Carswell. She later took his last name after getting married.
<h2>How to Contact Matt DiBenedetto</h2>
DiBenedetto is highly active on social media. He keeps his followers updated through his <a href="https://twitter.com/mattdracing?s=08" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://instagram.com/mattdracing?igshid=1pz905ipf7zdb" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> especially. He has his mail address provided too for reaching him, mattdracing@yahoo.com

Matt also has his official <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MattDiBenedettoRacing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> page and <a href="https://www.mattdracing.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a> set up.
<h2>Matt DiBenedetto: Quick Facts</h2>
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<td width="160">Age</td>
<td width="123">29</td>
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<td width="160">Height</td>
<td width="123">5’9’’</td>
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<td width="160">Marital Status</td>
<td width="123">Married</td>
</tr>
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<td width="160">Spouse</td>
<td width="123">Taylor Carswell</td>
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<td width="160">Net Worth</td>
<td width="123">$3-$6 million</td>
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<td width="160">Nationality</td>
<td width="123">American</td>
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<td width="160">Religion</td>
<td width="123">Christianity</td>
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<td width="160">Favorite Pastime</td>
<td width="123">Golf</td>
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Matt DiBenedetto

DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA &#8211; FEBRUARY 09: Matt DiBenedetto, driver of the #21 Motorcraft/Quick Lane Ford, stands on the grid during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series 62nd Annual Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway on February 09, 2020 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) Matt DiBenedetto: 2021 Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsement Matthew Guido DiBenedetto is a renowned racer in NASCAR. At present, he is competing for the Wood Brothers Racing, cockpit No. 21, Ford Mustang. He replaced Paul Menard, who was racing for thirteen years in the team. Matt DiBenedetto: Stats and Championship Matt DiBenedetto began his hustling profession in NASCAR through Xfinity Series in 2009. His maiden race was the 2009 Kroger On Track for the Cure 250 (Memphis). However, his best finish was recorded in 2019 CTECH Manufacturing 180 (Road America). Apparently, he accomplished his best finish in 2014, ranking 21st. In addition, the racer stood 100th in 2019. In the tenure of six years, Matt clutched the gear for 69 races. However, he bagged no victories and poles in the period. Nonetheless, he climbed the ladder for two top 10s. In NASCAR Cup Series, Matt began racing in 2015 and competed for BK Racing for a year (2015-2016). Following this, he jumped ship to Go Fas Racing, where he competed for one year too. In 2019, he joined the Leavine Family Racing before finally leaping into Wood Brothers Racing in 2020. Besides ranking 13th in the 2020 season, he also acquired his best finish as 13th. He accomplished no triumphs and pole position. However, he conquered 22 top 10s in his career history so far. Matt DiBenedetto: 2021 Net Worth Matt DiBenedetto has several accolades tucked under his belt in twelve years. However, according to internet sources, he has a net worth of $3 to $6 million as estimated in the 2021 season. AVONDALE, ARIZONA &#8211; NOVEMBER 08: Matt DiBenedetto, driver of the #21 Motorcraft/Quick Lane Ford, drives during the NASCAR Cup Series Season Finale 500 at Phoenix Raceway on November 08, 2020 in Avondale, Arizona. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) Matt DiBenedetto: Foundations and Charity Apart from his racing career, Matt has been active in the field of philanthropy. According to Fox Sports, Matt DiBenedetto has been into charity and funds promoting energetically. He ardently supports the foundation, &#8216;Hope For The Warriors.&#8217; The foundation helps the wounded and injured service members. It also supports and helps the family of the ones who died in the field of action. Matt DiBenedetto: Sponsors The 29-year-old racer has been not out of sponsors in his tenure so far. Procore, the company is at the lead for contributing and sourcing for the cloud-based applications for constructions. The Barstool Sports sponsored the Grass Valley, California native for two Cup Races too. Matt DiBenedetto: Career Highlights The NASCAR racer earned the 2007 UARA-Stars Rookie of the Year Award. In 2008, he became the youngest driver to triumph at the Bristol Motor Speedway. In 2009, he bagged two wins, three poles, earned two track records. He further claimed the most laps in the series, having only competed in seven of the 12 series races in the Camping World Series East Series for Joe Gibbs Racing. In 2010, the racer claimed the ninth and 10th positions for Iowa Speedway and Nashville Speedway. Then, in 2011, Matt earned the seven top fives and nine top 10s in a total of 12 races at the Bowman Gray Stadium. In his entire six years of tenure in the NASCAR Cup Series, he grabbed the 13th position in the 2020 season, amidst the pandemic situation. He placed his position for 22 top 10s. FORT WORTH, TEXAS &#8211; OCTOBER 28: Matt DiBenedetto, driver of the #21 Menards/Richmond Ford, drives during the NASCAR Cup Series Autotrader EchoPark Automotive 500 at Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images) In his six years time period at the NASCAR Xfinity Series, he pulled himself to the 100th rank in 2019. However, he achieved his best finish in 2014 ranking 21st. In addition, he scored two top 10s and witnessed no luck in the arena of trophies. Matt DiBenedetto: Family Matt DiBenedetto, aka DiBurrito, was born to Sandy and Tony DiBenedetto on July 27, 1991. He grew up with his siblings Austin, Katie, and Kelley in Grass Valley, California. In 2015, Matt tied the knot with his childhood friend, Taylor Carswell. She later took his last name after getting married. How to Contact Matt DiBenedetto DiBenedetto is highly active on social media. He keeps his followers updated through his Twitter and Instagram especially. He has his mail address provided too for reaching him, mattdracing@yahoo.com Matt also has his official Facebook page and website set up. Matt DiBenedetto: Quick Facts  Age 29  Height 5’9’’  Marital Status Married  Spouse Taylor Carswell  Net Worth $3-$6 million  Nationality American  Religion Christianity  Favorite Pastime Golf

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