Ross Chastain Declares He Is “Not Kevin Harvick” After Taking the Busch Mantle From the Legend

He may not be Kevin Harvick, but Ross Chastain is ready to carve his legacy in NASCAR, fueled by a multi-year deal as the new ‘Anheuser-Busch guy’. Stepping into the shoes of a legend was never the plan, and Chastain makes it clear. He’s here to be himself, with a dash of the iconic Busch Light charm.

A self-proclaimed ‘beer’ fan, Ross Chastain is genuinely thrilled to represent the beverage giants, and Busch Light, recognizing his rising star power and marketable personality, is giving him the freedom to truly be himself. The “Melon Man” appears to have found his perfect match, and there is no pressure to be a carbon copy, just be the real, watermelon-farming Ross Chastain fans love and cherish.

Ross Chastain isn’t stepping into old shoes

But how exactly will “being himself” translate to the track? Chastain’s brand of authenticity isn’t just about folksy charm. It’s about audacious moves, fierce individuality, and a genuine love for racing. The basics of a superstar. However, every superstar has heavy ‘expectations’ to cater to. Nevertheless, the Trackhouse Racing driver had some very resonant statements to make.

In a recent interview with SiriusXM’s NASCAR radio channel, Chastain addressed the expectations of stepping into Harvick’s shoes. In his own words, “That’s what’s so good about Trackhouse and Busch Light is they’re just letting me be me. Like I’m not and I told them the first meeting ever sat down with… I said look I’m not Kevin Harvick, I’m not stepping into his shoes. I’m not looking to do that. I am going to learn from him.”

Chastain went on to emphasize the need to be himself, highlighting the support he receives from Trackhouse and Busch Light in allowing him to maintain his identity amidst the noise. stating, “I want to be me. And they were good with it, they accepted that. Justin [Marks] has accepted that as well, although at times it’s tough with all the noise you get sometimes with me. And so I feel like that I’ve got a brand and I’ve got other brands, other sponsors as well that they’ve all accepted and let me be me…”

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The eagerly awaited Daytona 500 season opener will witness the official debut of the #1 Busch Light Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 with its ‘Iconic’ paint scheme. The white and blue will be returning for significant tracks such as Watkins Glen, the Charlotte ROVAL, and the season finale at Phoenix in November.

Furthermore, Chastain will aim to build upon his impressive track record of 4 race wins in the last 2 years and secure more victories for his team and all his sponsors. As Trackhouse Founder and Owner, Justin Marks, aptly put it recently, “We’re so proud of Ross’ dedication to the sport… and can’t wait to crack a cold Busch Light in Victory Lane this year.”

As the green flag beckons for February 18th, fans must brace themselves for the sight of the iconic Busch Light car blazing down the tracks at the Daytona International Speedway, driven by none other than ‘the guy now,’ determined to carve his own legacy in NASCAR, preferably with a can of Busch Light in his hand!

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