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Austin Dillon’s Successor Throne Under Threat as NASCAR Community Announces Richard Childress’s Prodigal Grandson’s Return After Shocking Xfinity News

Published 10/11/2023, 6:14 PM EDT

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In the fast-paced world of NASCAR, driver lineups can change as swiftly as a car rounding a curve. The latest shocker in the NASCAR Xfinity Series involves Sheldon Creed and Richard Childress Racing.

Sheldon Creed’s future with Richard Childress Racing in 2024 comes under the scanner

Richard Childress Racing recently made a significant announcement that has left fans and the racing community buzzing. Sheldon Creed, a promising driver who has been a part of RCR’s Xfinity Series lineup, will not be returning for the 2024 season. The organization broke the news through a succinct social media statement.

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Creed, in his second year with RCR, is currently in the hunt for the 2023 Xfinity title. His dedication and performance have been undeniable. In this season alone, he has claimed an impressive five top-five finishes and secured 13 top-10 positions. Vying for the Xfinity title this season, the former Truck Series champion has advanced into the Round of 8, showcasing his ability to compete with the best in the series.

RCR has plans for the #2 Whelen Chevrolet in 2024. And a new driver will join Austin Hill in the team’s Xfinity Series lineup for the upcoming season. For Creed, uncertainty looms. His talent is undeniable, but the sponsorship puzzle must also fall into place for him to secure a seat for the 2024 NASCAR season. As the future remains uncertain for this promising young driver, the racing community is left to ponder the possibilities.

The statement from RCR read, “Sheldon Creed will not be returning as driver of the #2 Whelen Camaro in the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2024. We will make an announcement regarding the driver of the #2 Whelen Chevrolet in the near future.”

The stock car racing community declares the driver for the #2 RCR team, and it’s not Austin Dillon

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As soon as the news broke that Sheldon Creed’s journey with RCR would conclude after the 2023 season, the NASCAR community took to social media to voice their speculations. Among the names that surfaced, one stood out—Ty Dillon.

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Some optimistically anticipated, “Ty Dillon incoming,” while others pondered, “Gotta be a Ty Dillon announcement coming.” Some seemed unsure, wondering, “Guess Ty needed a ride.” However, not all reactions were filled with enthusiasm. Some fans questioned the potential move, like one who remarked, “I like Creed, but he just hasn’t performed compared to Hill. However, I hope this isn’t just a trick to bring Ty Dillon in because that isn’t an upgrade.” Another fan warned, “If it’s Ty Dillon, I’m done with this team.”

As discussions swirled, one fan sarcastically pointed out the need for Ty Dillon to find a racing opportunity, saying, “Ty Dillon had to race somewhere next year, guys.” But, there was a sense of apprehension too, as another fan exclaimed, “If they put Ty Dillon in that car, so help me God…..” And finally, one fan concluded with a strong sentiment, “No way!!! Huge mistake if it’s for Ty Dillon.” The return of Ty Dillon certainly sparked a wide range of reactions within the NASCAR community.

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Although the reactions from the fans are a mixed bag, one thing seems to be sure, they’ve already concluded that Ty Dillon is going to be in that #2 car seat next year. What are your thoughts on this decision from Richard Childress Racing? Let us know in the comments below.

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Veerendra Vikram Singh

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Veerendra Vikram Singh is a NASCAR Author at EssentiallySports. A Motorsport fan at heart, he has been following NASCAR and Formula 1 for over a decade now and has covered the on and off-track life of some of the best in the sport. He is a big fan of Chase Elliott and Kyle Busch but never lets that get in the way of authentic and fact-based reporting.
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Nischal Kandpal