Hendrick Motorsports Announces Removal of Kyle Larson’s NASCAR Spotter in Sudden Turn of Events
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Recently, NASCAR spotter Chris Monez had announced his new project on Twitter, confirming he will spot for star driver Kyle Larson and the No. 5 team at Hendrick Motorsports. Now, in a sudden announcement, the team indicated that Monez will no longer spot for Larson in the 2021 NASCAR Cup Series.
Hendrick Motorsports themselves did not list out a specific reason for firing Monez. However, reports suggest the team took objection over some questionable social media posts from Monez, which landed him in trouble with fans and the team.
Chris Monez won't spot for Kyle Larson, Hendrick Motorsports confirms. Larson spotter TBD.
— Bob Pockrass (@bobpockrass) January 6, 2021
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An eventful few days for NASCAR spotter Monez
This comes less than a week since Monez’s Twitter announcement that he will work with Larson in 2021.
“It’s official! Proud to join @TeamHendrick as the #5 Spotter for Kyle Larson. 2021 is going to be an amazing year!” Monez wrote on January 1.
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EssentiallySports gives you the power to decide who drives the #14 on 20th AprilIt’s official! Proud to join @TeamHendrick as the #5 Spotter for Kyle Larson. 2021 is going to be an amazing year! pic.twitter.com/Qedog7f2La
— Chris Monez (@clearallaround) January 1, 2021
As per earlier reports, Hendrick had decided to have Monez as Larson’s spotter in early December itself. However, the deal was officially supposed to begin in the new year, with Larson’s official reinstatement on January 1.
Hendrick Motorsports also said that the announcement of Larson’s new spotter will come at a later date.
This adds to some pre-season worries for Larson and his team, as they have also not yet found a sponsor for the new season. Rick Hendrick himself is believed to sponsor the car, at least for the initial phase of the 2021 season.
Kyle Larson has a big task ahead of him
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However, Larson is still expected to produce competitive runs consistently and challenge for race wins. Hendrick will certainly provide him with good equipment to be able to do that, and some race wins under his belt will help Larson and the team considerably.
The No. 5 team is also a new entrant at HMS, replacing the No. 88 car that Alex Bowman ran in recent years. The re-branding also helps Larson as he is looking for a fresh start in his NASCAR career.
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