Nascar – Michael Waltrip Racing loses title sponsor

Clint Bowyer's deliberate spin had significant repercussions which placed Michael Waltrip Racing in an unfortunate situation. After suffering froma heavy sanction, l’écurie se voit infliger une nouvelle peine avec la rupture de son contrat avec Napa, un important sponsor représenté sur la Toyota n°56 de Martin Truex Jr, qui sera effective à la fin de la saison. La société spécialisée dans les pièces auto soutenait la Michael Waltrip depuis plus d’une dizaine d’années et avait renouvelé sa confiance l’an dernier en prolongeant son contrat pour trois ans. “After careful consideration, Napa has made the difficult decision to end its partnership with Michael Waltrip Racing effective December 31, 2013”, communicated the sponsor. “Napa believes in fair play and does not excuse the actions that led to the penalties imposed by the Nascar. We continue to support the millions of Nascar fans and will evaluate our future position in motorsport. »

Michael Waltrip Racing suffered the blow after having already experienced a difficult week since the start of the Chase. The team wishes to reassure its prospects for 2014 where it still hopes to field three cars. “Michael Waltrip Racing respects Napa's decision following the events in Richmond. The story of Michael Waltrip Racing began with Napa Auto Parts, but many chapters have yet to be written. MWR has the infrastructure and support from Toyota for three teams able to challenge for the Chase with drivers who are able to challenge for victory. With the support of our partners, we are preparing to enter three teams in 2014.”

Aaron's, title sponsor of Brian Vickers' No. 55 Camry, announced that it remains committed to Michael Waltrip Racing after 14 years of partnership. On the other hand, 5 Hour Energy, the sponsor of Clint Bowyer's No. 15 car, remained more evasive, indicating that the subject would be discussed internally.