The world of NASCAR has always been known for its passionate fans and intense rivalries on the track. However, recently, the sport faced a different kind of conflict—one that originated not from the drivers but from an unexpected source. Brett Griffin, a prominent NASCAR insider and spotter, found himself at the center of a storm after a controversial tweet that sent shockwaves throughout the racing community.
This comes after Griffin was previously caught up in another controversy surrounding the horrifying Chicago shooting ahead of the highly anticipated NASCAR race at the Windy City. This ultimately led to a feud between him and fellow teammate, JR Houston.
Brett Griffin controversially tweets following Chicago Race
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
On race day in Chicago, as emotions reached their peak, Brett Griffin took to Twitter to share his thoughts on the events unfolding on the track. His first tweet read, “I’m team Justin. If the 91 passes him I hope he dumps his a*s.” This controversial comment suggested that Griffin wanted to see Justin Haley’s car deliberately crash into another driver which did not sit well with fans.
I’m team Justin. If the 91 passes him I hope he dumps his ass.
— Brett Griffin (@SpotterBrett) July 3, 2023
To make matters worse, Griffin’s second tweet targeted another driver, Shane van Gisbergen, after he won a race. He wrote, “Congrats to this Shane guy. I’m speechless.” This tweet, while seemingly innocent, lacked the respect and recognition that a winning driver rightfully deserves. It further left fans questioning Griffin’s professionalism and his ability to provide unbiased insights into the sport.
WATCH THIS STORY: Heartbroken Chase Elliott Admits Defeat Hours Ahead Of The Chicago Street Race
NASCAR Insider sides with fans as they blast Brett Griffin following recent remarks
Trending
“I Didn’t Have Any Money”: Brad Keselowski Indebted to Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Favor for Building His NASCAR Legacy
“No Way in Hell”: Tony Stewart Discloses a Major Roadblock After His Baby Boy’s Birth
What Is Left of Denny Hamlin’s Depleting Core After Having to Deal With a Nearly $70 Billion Worth Sponsor Loss?
NASCAR Rumor: Backed by Billionaire Family, Fans Speculate Former Formula 1 Driver to Soon Make NASCAR Debut
Aggrieved Fans Deem NASCAR’s MPD Awards “Pretty Much a Joke” Amid Piling Reports of Masked Chase Elliott Favoritism
Brett Griffin’s tweets quickly spread through the NASCAR community, drawing backlash from fans and even prompting responses from other insiders, including Bozi Tatarevic. In his tweet, Tatarevic subtly criticized Griffin’s stance, stating, “I’m glad that there were some driving standards on that last restart and that Justin didn’t dump SVG because NASCAR deserves to be on an international stage even though some around the industry want it to go back to the 1950s.”
I’m glad that there were some driving standards on that last restart and that Justin didn’t dump SVG because NASCAR deserves to be on an international stage even though some around the industry want it to go back to the 1950s. https://t.co/Mo9Bd1H7jX
— Bozi Tatarevic (@BoziTatarevic) July 3, 2023
The fans’ reactions were just as intense. One Twitter user wrote, “You are 100% correct and he has a platform; people just bow down and believe in his nonsense.” Another fan tweeted, “Brett is terrible for the sport; all they do is talk bad about NASCAR.”
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Thank you. No excuse for that nonsense.
— 👩🏾🚀Astro⁷✨ (@astro_kianna) July 3, 2023
“He’s even disrespectful in his compliments, embarrassing,” remarked a fan, expressing disappointment in Griffin’s unprofessional conduct even when attempting to praise a driver.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
The controversy surrounding Brett Griffin’s tweet and subsequent fan backlash serves as a reminder of the importance of professionalism and respect within the world of NASCAR.