Daniel Suarez optimistic, “not unhappy” about Trackhouse break up

On Tuesday, Trackhouse Racing introduced that the workforce’s authentic driver — Daniel Suarez — is not going to return in 2026 as the motive force of the No. 99 Chevrolet.

Talking to SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, Suarez mentioned of the information: “I need to just be sure you guys and the individuals listening know that I am not unhappy. This isn’t unhappy. That is only a new chapter. That is all it’s … This isn’t a tragic second. It is only a change and it occurs.”

Suarez additionally revealed that this resolution didn’t occur out of the blue, including: “This isn’t one thing new for me. I’ve identified about this for some time and it simply occurs to be official at this time (Tuesday). I am really a little bit bit relieved that that is out and folks find out about it and we are able to speak about it and we are able to transfer ahead with future plans and proceed to work. I am excited for no matter comes subsequent.”

Suarez went on to speak about how grateful he’s for his time with the group, making it clear that there isn’t any unwell will between the 2 events. “It is only a change. I really like Trackhouse. I really like everybody there. There’s quite a lot of nice individuals there, lots of people I take into account my household.”

When Trackhouse initially shaped as a single-car workforce in 2021, they signed Suarez, who had beforehand raced for giant organizations comparable to Joe Gibbs Racing and Stewart-Haas Racing. In each conditions, he was let go to make room for an additional driver.

At Trackhouse, Suarez grew to become a winner within the NASCAR Cup Sequence for the primary time, however the previous 5 years haven’t been with out their struggles. Trackhouse additionally has a rising star in Connor Zilisch ready within the wings, and he is a driver many rival groups could be comfortable to grab up. Whereas no announcement has been made, it is anticipated that Zilisch can be known as upon to interchange Suarez at Trackhouse.