Stewart-Haas Racing, a prominent NASCAR team with a rich history of success, has made the difficult decision to close its doors at the end of this season. Co-owned by Tony Stewart and Gene Haas, the team has achieved impressive results in the Cup Series since its formation in 2009, with 69 victories to its name.
After months of speculation about the team’s future, Stewart and Haas announced the closure to their dedicated employees. They emphasized the challenging nature of the sport, requiring unwavering commitment and vast resources. The decision to close the team reflects a point in their personal and business lives where it’s time to move on.
The team currently fields Cup cars for drivers such as Josh Berry, Chase Briscoe, Noah Gragson, and Ryan Preece. The closure will also affect the SHR Xfinity Series team, home to drivers Cole Custer and Riley Herbst.
Gene Haas founded Haas CNC Racing in 2002 and brought Stewart on board in 2009, leading to two Cup championships. Since then, the team has faced transitions with drivers retiring and a tough rebuilding phase. The loss of sponsorships and support from Ford have also contributed to the team’s decision to close.
Moving forward, the fate of SHR’s charters remains uncertain, with potential interest from other teams like Front Row Motorsports, 23XI Racing, and Trackhouse. The future destinations of SHR’s drivers, including Briscoe, Berry, Gragson, Preece, Custer, and Herbst, are still up in the air as they explore new opportunities in the Cup and Xfinity Series.
As SHR looks ahead to the end of the season and beyond, the team is committed to supporting its employees during this transition and proud of the culture and achievements built over the years. The legacy of Stewart-Haas Racing will be remembered for its competitive spirit and dedication to winning races and championships in NASCAR.
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