Recently, the JR Motorsports NASCAR Xfinity team announced that Josh Berry would race for them in the 2021 season. The 30-year old spent some time away from racing at the end of the 2019 season but is now back in action. Apparently, the team got team owner Dale Earnhardt Jr to deliver the news to Berry. However, they decided to prank him initially, by making him think that he was just in a phone interview. Then, the host brought Dale Earnhardt Jr into the call for the ‘interview’. Dale Jr sold the prank when he began praising Josh Berry and then he was asked how he can give Berry more opportunities. DALE EARNHARDT JR DROPPED THE BOMBSHELL IMMEDIATELY ON THE NASCAR DRIVER The former driver said [https://twitter.com/JRMotorsports/status/1319698160168685575], “We’re always trying to find opportunities. We have Sam Mayer [https://www.essentiallysports.com/nascar-news-watch-sam-mayer-has-a-lucky-escape-at-bristol-in-arca-menards-series-race/] coming on board to drive the #8 car in the back half of 2021. That kind of presents us with opportunities to put Josh in the car for the first part of the season. We also have some partner interested in having Josh back in an Xfinity car.” Suffice to say, Berry was quite emotional when he heard the news. Dale Earnhardt Jr revealed to him that some of the finer details are being ironed out. However, it does not change the fact that he will be in the Xfinity grid in 2021. Berry confessed on the call that he was absolutely speechless. He also admitted that he never would have expected a call up to the Xfinity field. [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/nbc_nas_hofdaleearnhardtjr_200616-scaled.jpg] Dale Earnhardt Jr said [https://nascar.nbcsports.com/2020/10/22/josh-berry-to-run-partial-xfinity-schedule-for-jr-motorsports/], “At JR Motorsports, we’re always actively looking at opportunities to get Josh into the next level and race in our Xfinity cars more often. We’ve had some opportunities to get him in our Xfinity cars and those have really proven successful, so much so that I was really shocked we didn’t any more outside interest from corporate America to run more races, but we’re always looking at opportunities to get Josh in our cars.” As mentioned before, Berry will be competing on a part-time basis and sharing driving duties with Sam Mayer. With this new deal in place, the 30-year old will get the opportunity to add to his seven Xfinity starts in his career. Five of them came with JR Motorsports, and now he will have more under his belt. 

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<h1 style="text-align: center"><b>NASCAR Xfinity Series: Origin, Teams and More</b></h1>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>What is the NASCAR Xfinity Series?</strong></h2>
NASCAR's Xfinity Series needs no introduction. Touted as the second-tier division of the stock car racing organization, the tourney has been a long-time contributor to thrilling races. The minor league of NASCAR, the Xfinity Series is considered a stage for young drivers to venture up to the association's high-level hustling, the Cup Series. The Xfinity Series races are held as a feeder race on the day preceding a Cup Series occasion planned for the end of that week.

Currently, the series hosts races at the same locations as the NASCAR Cup Series which include Intermediate tracks, Superspeedways, Short Tracks, and Road Courses.

[caption id="attachment_1923435" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-1923435 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-07-15T202651Z_201246696_MT1USATODAY21040681_RTRMADP_3_NASCAR-XFINITY-SERIES-AMBETTER-HEALTH-200.jpg" alt="DGM Racing NASCAR Xfinity Series" width="1920" height="1280" /> Jul 15, 2023; Loudon, New Hampshire, USA; NASCAR Xfinity Series driver John Hunter Nemechek (20) takes the lead during the Ambetter 200 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Xfinity Series Origin</strong></h2>
The Series' inaugural session took place in 1982 when long-time NASCAR sponsor Anheuser-Busch decided to back a newly reformed late-model sportsman series with its Budweiser brand. The first-ever race in the division was held at the Daytona International Speedway, and the iconic legend Dale Earnhardt was the race winner.

As to when the series actually emerged, we will have to go back to 1950 when the NASCAR's Sportsman Division, the fourth series after the Modified, Roadster and Strictly Stock division, was formed as the organization's short track race division.

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<h2 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400"><strong>Why is it named Xfinity Series?</strong> </span></h2>
Today, what is known as the NASCAR Xfinity Series has had quite a few name changes over the decades. After its official debut in 1982 with Budweiser as a partner, in 1984, the series moved to being sponsored by Anheuser-Busch's Busch Beer brand instead. It is then that it came to be known as the Busch Grand National Series. However, the brewing company dropped the sponsorship in 2007 until subsequently, in 2008, insurance and financial services company Nationwide Insurance took the vacant spot and renamed the tourney the 'Nationwide Series'.
<p style="text-align: left">After the end of the insurance company's 7-year contract, in 2014, Comcast announced that it was going to serve as a sponsor for the series through its cable television and internet brand Xfinity, renaming it the <b>Xfinity Series.</b></p>

<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>What is the format of the Xfinity Series?</strong></h2>
The Playoff format was introduced in the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2016. While it is similar to that of the Cup Series, the second-tier division uses a three-round playoff format instead of four, with 12 drivers in contention. At the end of the first two rounds, four drivers with the lowest season points of the 12 (and then 8) drivers, are eliminated. In the 2024 Xfinity Series season, there are a total of 33 races, consisting of seven playoff races and 26 regular season races.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Xfinity Series Teams</strong></h2>
Reportedly, more than 35 drivers participate in the NASCAR Xfinity Series every year, with three OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturer), namely, Toyota, Ford and Chevrolet.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Xfinity Series Venue</strong></h2>
The first-ever championship race back in the Xfinity Series inaugural season in 1982 was held at the Martinsville Speedway on October 31. The speedway is a short track and is 0.526-mile in length. Currently, the Xfinity Series championship race is held at Phoenix Raceway at Avondale, Arizona. In 2024, it is scheduled to take place on November 9.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Xfinity Series Championship</strong></h2>
1982 was a good year for NASCAR driver Jack Ingram. Nicknamed 'The Iron Man', Ingram was the first-ever championship title holder in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, then called the <b>Budweiser Late Model Sportsman Series. </b>As for the defending champion, Stewart-Haas Racing's Cole Custer clinched the championship in 2023, beating JR Motorsports' Justin Allgaier and Sam Mayer.

There are several drivers who have shown their dominance in the Xfinity Series. However, unlike the Cup Series where icons like Richard Petty, Dale Earnhardt and Jimmie Johnson left others behind with seven championship wins each, NASCAR's second-division has had a more even field when it comes to title wins. Drivers like Tyler Reddick, Ricky Stenhouse Jr, Kevin Harvick, Martin Truex Jr, Dale Earnhardt Jr, Randy LaJoie, Larry Pearson, Jack Ingram and Sam Ard have each won two championships each, with the latest two-time champion being Tyler Reddick, in 2018 and 2019.

However, when it comes to Xfinity Series race wins, the balance is clearly tipped toward one side. With a staggering 102 race wins (with the latest victory coming at Atlanta in February, 2024) Kyle Busch sits atop leaving behind Mark Martin at 49 and Kevin Harvick at 47.
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[caption id="attachment_1242752" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-1242752 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-614903518.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1280" /> KANSAS CITY, KS - OCTOBER 15: Kyle Busch, driver of the #18 NOS Energy Drink Toyota, celebrates in Victory Lane with wife Samantha and son Brexton after winning the NASCAR XFINITY Series Kansas Lottery 300 at Kansas Speedway on October 15, 2016 in Kansas City, Kansas. (Photo by Brian Lawdermilk/NASCAR via Getty Images)[/caption]
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Cup Series Track Types</strong></h2>
The NASCAR Xfinity Series organizes its races on four different types of tracks, namely, Intermediate tracks, Superspeedways, Short Tracks and Road Courses.

When it comes to Intermediate tracks, it simply means <em>"any track greater than one mile in length, with the exception of both Daytona and Talladega" </em>according to the official NASCAR website and currently the Cup Series drivers compete on the following Intermediate tracks/Speedways :
<ul class="jsx-5fbc0b8734eedfa8">
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Atlanta Motor Speedway (1.540-mile, Quad-Oval)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Charlotte Motor Speedway (1.500-mile Quad-Oval, including a 2.280 miles Road Course)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Darlington Raceway (1.366-mile, Egg-Shaped Oval)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Dover Motor Speedway (1.000-mile, Concrete Oval)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Homestead-Miami Speedway (1.500-mile, Oval)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Kansas Speedway (1.500-mile, Tri-Oval)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Las Vegas Motor Speedway (1.500-mile, Tri-Oval)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Michigan International Speedway (2.000-mile, D-Shaped Oval)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Nashville Superspeedway (1.333-mile, Tri-Oval)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">New Hampshire Motor Speedway (1.058-mile, Paperclip Oval)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Phoenix Raceway (1.000-mile, Dogleg Oval)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Texas Motor Speedway (1.500-mile, Quad-Oval)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">World Wide Technology Raceway (1.250-mile, Egg-Shaped Oval)</li>
</ul>
On the other hand, Superspeedways ae oval road courses of two miles or longer. Currently, the NASCAR Cup Series has the following Superspeedways:
<ul class="jsx-5fbc0b8734eedfa8">
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Auto Club Speedway (2.000-mile, D-Shaped Oval; Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Chicagoland Speedway (1.500-mile, D-Shaped Oval; Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Daytona International Speedway (2.500-mile, Tri-Oval)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Kentucky Speedway (1.500-mile, D-Shaped Oval)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Pocono Raceway (2.500-mile, Triangular Oval)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Talladega Superspeedway (2.660-mile, Tri-Oval)</li>
</ul>
The short tracks (less than 1 mile in length) that are part of NASCAR are:
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 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Bristol Motor Speedway (0.533-mile, Oval)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Eldora Speedway (0.500-mile, Oval; Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Iowa Speedway (0.875-mile, Oval)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Knoxville Raceway (0.500-mile, Oval</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park (0.686-mile, Oval)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Martinsville Speedway (0.526-mile, Paperclip Oval)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Milwaukee Mile Speedway (1.015-mile, Oval)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">North Wilkesboro Speedway (0.625-mile, Oval)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Richmond Raceway (0.750-mile, D-shaped Oval)</li>
</ul>
As for Road Courses, NASCAR makes use of the following race tracks:
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 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (2.459-mile, Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Chicago Street Race (2.14 miles)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Circuit of the Americas (3.426-mile)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">DAYTONA Road Course (4.170-mile, Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course (2.400-mile, Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Portland International Raceway (1.967-mile, Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Road America(4.048-mile, Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Sebring Raceway (3.741 mi, Currently not in use)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Sonoma Raceway (1.99-mile)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Watkins Glen International (2.45-mile)</li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Xfinity Series Cars</strong></h2>
Just like the NASCAR Cup Series, the organization's second division has also seen many changes when it comes to its racing vehicles. Among them was the Gen 4 car, that made its debut in the division in 1992 and stayed for almost two decades, till 2010. The Gen 4 car was evidently different from all the other cars used as the model removed all "stock" aspects from stock car racing and made it aerodynamically sensitive.

As per reports, the <em>"Generation 4 cars feature highly modified bodies with teams spending hours in the wind tunnel to gain aerodynamics.<sup id="cite_ref-:1_3-0" class="reference"><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Generation_4_(NASCAR)#cite_note-:1-3">[3]</a></sup> The bumpers, nose and tail are composed of molded fiberglass based on production counterparts".</em>

Another notable model was the 'Car of Tomorrow' that ran in the Xfinity Series since 2010-full time. This model flaunts prominent front splitters under the bumpers and larger rear wings. Apart from that, according to NASCAR, the car also has <em>"significant safety advancements and a return to symmetrical bodies". </em><em> </em>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>How are Cup Series cars different from Xfinity Series cars?</strong></h2>
Just like the two divisions are distinctly different, even the vehicles used differ in various aspects. Unlike the Cup Series that currently uses the 'Next Gen' car, the Xfinity Series car uses a vehicle that five lug nuts holding the wheels in place, as opposed to the Cup Series car that uses wider tires with a single lug nut. Apart from that, the Cup Series cars have a power output of 670 hp as compared to the Xfinity's 650 hp.

When it comes to the gearbox, the Next Gen cars have a 5-speed sequential shifter in use, whereas Xfinity vehicles have a traditional H-Pattern 4-speed shifter.
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[caption id="attachment_819539" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-819539 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-11-07T034119Z_856063720_MT1USATODAY17112225_RTRMADP_3_NASCAR-XFINITY-SERIES-CHAMPIONSHIP.jpg" alt="Daniel Hemric" width="1920" height="1280" /> Nov 6, 2021; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Xfinity Series driver Daniel Hemric (18) beats Xfinity Series driver Austin Cindric (22) to the finish line to win the Xfinity Series Championship at Phoenix Raceway. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>How is the Xfinity Series different from the Cup Series?</strong></h2>
The NASCAR Cup and Xfinity Series don't just differ in their names but also the way they operate among several other things. While NASCAR's top divisions has 39 races in a season. the Xfinity season has 33. As for the vehicles used for racing purposes, Xfinity uses the Chevrolet Camaro while the Cup Series makes use of the Chevrolet Chevrolet Camaro ZL1. Toyota also has two different models for the Cup and Xfinity with the Camry and Supra respectively. Ford also manufactures two different types of Mustangs for the two series.

The two divisions also have a significant difference when it comes to the prize money. If we look at the 2024 Talladega Superspeedway race that took place on April 21, 2024, the Xfinity race had race winning prize of <b> $1,479,274</b>, while the Cup Series winning driver was slated to receive <b>$8,234,125. </b>

Similarly, the 2023 Cup series champion purse was reportedly a hefty amont of <b>$11,143,232. </b>As for the Xfinity Series champion purse, while no official figures have surfaced, it has been deemed to less than that of the Cup Series prize pool.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>NASCAR Xfinity Series Outside the United States of America</strong></h2>
As an organization, NASCAR has always pushed towards globalization by hosting its races in different places around the world. One such effort came in 2005 when the Xfinity Series (then called the Busch Series) hosted their first-ever Mexico City race. And like the true champion that Martin Truex Jr was, he grabbed the race win expertly.

And just two years later, retired Cup Series veteran Kevin Harvick claimed another overseas win when the Busch Series went to Canada. The driver even beat hometown star Patrick Carpentier to claim the series' first-ever race in the country
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Dale Earnhardt Jr

Dale Earnhardt Jr?s Net Worth Born in Kannapolis, North Carolina, Ralph Dale Earnhardt Jr. is a former NASCAR Cup Series racer. He also goes by the name &#8220;Dale Jr.&#8221; or &#8220;Junior&#8221;.? Nowadays, he&#8217;s a part-time racer in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. Additionally, he&#8217;s a NASCAR analyst and commentator for NBC. Dale Jr. comes from a family of motorsport drivers with his late father Dale Earnhardt Sr. a record seven-time Cup Series champion in NASCAR. Having competed in the NASCAR Cup Series from 1999 to 2017, Dale Jr. remains one of the most successful drivers of his time. HOMESTEAD, FL &#8211; NOVEMBER 18: Dale Earnhardt Jr., driver of the #88 AXALTA Chevrolet, stands in the garage area during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Championship Ford EcoBoost 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway on November 18, 2017 in Homestead, Florida. (Photo by Brian Lawdermilk/Getty Images) As per reports, Junior has an approximate net worth of $400 million. Having come from a well-established background, he has made good use of the resources at his disposal. From 2008 to 2015, Dale earned approximately, $20-24 million, making him the highest-paid NASCAR driver then. In fact, he earned a record $30 million in 2008. Dale Jr was made it to the Forbes list of the World&#8217;s Highest Paid Athletes in 2017. He earned $21.4 million then as it marked his last season in the NASCAR Cup Series.?The majority of Dale&#8217;s earnings have come through endorsements and sponsorship deals. Some of his well-known endorsement partners include Chevrolet, Goody&#8217;s, Wrangler, Axalta, Gillette, EA Sports, and many others. Dale Jr. also owns a media production company named Hammerhead Entertainment. He also works as an analyst for NBC Sports. Additionally, his book &#8220;Racing To The Finish: My Story&#8221; was released in 2018. The book received positive feedback from the fans. Dale&#8217;s a thorough businessman and has ventured into different industries so far. Most relatably, he co-owns JR Motorsports, the racing team that participates in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. In addition to this, he also owns a number of automobile dealerships and restaurants. In 2013, he started his podcast The Dale Jr. Download under his Dirty Mo Media productions. Along with his wife, Junior runs a vodka brand named High Rock Vodka. As far as stores are concerned, Dale Jr has his own merchandise store. In addition to that, his team, JR Motorsports, too has its own merchandise store Dale Earnhardt Jr?s Early life Dale Jr was born and brought up in Kannapolis, North Carolina. At an early age, he saw his mother Brenda Lorraine and father Dale Earnhardt Sr. get divorced. With his father being away racing, his stepmother played a major role in raising him. Prior to racing, Junior used to service cars and carry out their maintenance at Dale Sr&#8217;s car dealership. As for his educational qualifications, he is an alumnus of Mitchell Community College with an associate degree in automotive technology. Prior to that, he attended Oak Ridge Military Academy. A few years down the line, he started attending and graduated from Mooresville High School. Even Rodney Childers, the current Stewart-Haas Racing crew chief, and Junior&#8217;s close friend graduated from the same school. In 1996, his NASCAR career officially began with the Xfinity Series. Dale Jr competed in the series for a while, winning two championships in the process. In 1999, Dale Earnhardt Jr made his Cup Series debut, competing in just five races. A year later, he made his full-time debut in the premier class. Dale Jr officially made his Xfinity Series debut in 1996 at the age of 21. Having won the competition twice, he started his NASCAR Cup Series campaign with only fives races in the 1999 season. A year later, he competed full-time and became the first rookie to win NASCAR&#8217;s All-Star race. Dale Earnhardt Jr?s family and personal life Dale Jr. has been happily married to his wife, Amy Reimann. It was in 2009 that the couple first met each other. Amy was hired as the interior designer for Dale?s house in Mooresville, North Carolina. Interestingly, she did not have any idea who Dale was back then. They clicked instantly and started dating. After six years of dating, Junior proposed to Amy in 2015 and tied the knot a year later in December 2016. The wedding took place at Childress Vineyards in Lexington, North Carolina. With just more than a year of their marriage gone, Junior and his wife Amy announced the arrival of their first child, Isla Rose Earnhardt. Interestingly, Amy even took a ride in a NASCAR car while she was pregnant with Isla at Martinsville in 2017. MARTINSVILLE, VIRGINIA &#8211; APRIL 08: Dale Earnhardt Jr, driver of the #88 Hellmann&#8217;s Fridge Hunters Chevrolet, poses for photos with his wife Amy Earnhardt, and their daughters Isla Rose (R) and Nicole on the grid prior to the NASCAR Xfinity Series Call 811 Before You Dig 250 powered by Call 811.com at Martinsville Speedway on April 08, 2022 in Martinsville, Virginia. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images) In October 2020, Isla got promoted to the elder sibling with the arrival of Dale Jr?s second child, Nicole Loraine. Despite racing being in their blood, Junior isn?t that keen on encouraging his daughters to join the sport. He thinks he would rather love it if they get a degree and thereafter get a super job. Dale Earnhardt Jr and his NASCAR journey Dale Earnhardt Jr had an impressive NASCAR Cup Series career. He started his 19-year-long Cup Series career started at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. His debut came in the Coca-Cola 600 where he finished 16th despite finishing the qualifying lap in the eighth-quickest time. Dale Jr&#8217;s one Cup Series season saw him participate in only five races in 1999. That being said, he never had to look back from the 2000 season as he participated full-time and graced the tracks with aggression and passion. He went on to win 26 races in his Cup Series career, taking part in 631 races in total and finishing 149 and 260 times in the top five and top ten respectively. Having won a good amount of races, Dale Jr provided some memorable on-track performances. One of his finest victories came in the Daytona 500 in 2004. It just took Junior four years into his Cup career to win his first Daytona. The race saw him go head-to-head with NASCAR great Tony Stewart. In addition to that, the 2001 Pepsi 400 will also remain a special one for Dale Jr. It was just five months since Dale Sr. died at the 2001 Daytona 500. Junior was making a return to the sport and went on to win the race by overtaking six cars in the final lap. The victory saw Dale celebrate in front of 1,00,000 fans. In his Cup Series career, Dale Jr preferred either the #8 or #88 on his cars. From 1999 to 2007, he drove the Chevrolet #8 for Dale Earnhardt Inc. Post 2007, he joined Hendrick Motorsports and drove the Chevrolet #88. He enjoyed more success while driving the #8 car as he registered 17 wins using that. Dale announced his retirement from the top division of NASCAR in 2017. His last race was at the Homestead-Miami Speedway in Florida. He finished 25th in his final race, failing to make it to the playoffs in his ultimate Cup Series season. Since then, Dale Jr has been a regular figure in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. Dale Earnhardt Jr?s awards and achievements Dale Earnhardt Jr has enjoyed a good amount of success in his NASCAR career. He started off with his first NASCAR Cup Series win in 2000 at the Texas Motor Speedway whilst driving for Dale Earnhardt Inc. The victory saw him break his father&#8217;s record for requiring the fewest starts by a driver to secure his first victory. Dale Jr recorded the win in just his 12th start. One of the most notable achievements of his Cup Series Career would be to win the Daytona 500 twice. He did this in 2004 and 2014, with two different teams. By doing so, he became the 11th driver to win it multiple times. In addition to his victories, Dale Earnhardt Jr has a tremendous record when it comes to winning the Most Popular Driver award. Dale Jr has won the award 15 times in his career. What makes it even more amazing is that he did it for consecutive 15 years from 2003 to 2017. Only Bill Elliott, the father of Chase Elliott, has won it more (16 times). Junior has also two Xfinity Series championships to his name when he won it back-to-back in 1998 &amp; 1999. As a motorsport team owner, Dale Earnhardt Jr has won the NASCAR Xfinity Series championship five times in his career. With Dale Earnhardt Inc, he did it in 2004 and 2005. The other three have come with JR Motorsports in 2014, 2017, and 2018. Like his father, Dale Jr is also a NASCAR Hall of Famer. Dale Earnhardt Jr?s NASCAR team Along with his sister Kelley Earnhardt, his brother-in-law L.W. Miller and Hendrick Motorsports owner Rick Hendrick, Dale Jr runs the JR Motorsports. The team was started in 2006 and is currently strongly competing in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. JR Motorsports has more than 140 employees and fields four full-time entries in the Xfinity Series. Sam Mayer, Justin Allgaier, Miguel Paludo, and Dale Jr himself form the Xfinity drivers&#8217; lineup for the 2023 season. Their superstar driver Noah Gragson left to join Legacy Motor Club in the Cup Series for the new season. If that wasn&#8217;t enough, Gragson poaching some of the JR Motorsports crew surely wouldn&#8217;t have boded well with Dale Jr. It is going to be an uphill task for Junior&#8217;s team this season without the presence of last season&#8217;s runner-up Gragson. Dale Earnhardt Jr and North Wilkesboro Speedway After hosting over 90 races, the North Wilkesboro Speedway was shut in 1996 citing arguments that the track wasn&#8217;t large or fancy enough. Dale Jr along with local boosters and state officials have been pushing hard for years to revive the venue. Eventually, they succeeded in reviving the Speedway with a late-model stock race in August 2022. Dale Earnhardt Jr was taking part in a late-model stock race for the first time since 1997. For this historic race, he drove a green no. 3 Sun Drop Chevrolet which bore a throwback paint scheme resembling the late model he used to drive in the early 1990s. Most notably, it was his first race at North Wilkesboro since 1995. After qualifying sixth, Dale Jr stayed in and around the top 10 positions. Unfortunately, midway through the race, his rear quarter panel sustained some damage. Despite the event, he came back strongly to finish third, lagging just behind second-placed Mason Diaz and the winner of the race, Travis Kvapil. Dale Earnhardt Jr and the plane crash It was on August 15, 2019, that Dale Jr was traveling with his wife Amy, just over a year-old daughter Isla and their family dog on their private Cessna aircraft. While attempting to land at an airport in Elizabethton, Tennesse, the aircraft crashed because of issues with the landing gear and a section of the right wing. Unfortunately, the plane ran off the runway and went 400 feet down a hill before slamming through a chain-link fence. The aircraft eventually caught fire but all five passengers including the two pilots and the dog escaped in time through the main cabin door. Luckily, all of them survived with no major injuries suffered because of the crash. Junior was back in action at Darlington Raceway just two weeks after the race. Back then, he said, &#8220;It was a very tough experience to go through. I try not to get into that, think about (it happening to my family) too much. Things happen for a reason. You just try to learn from it and move on. Dale Jr added, ?I love my daughter so much and enjoy being around her and look forward to watching her grow up and experiencing a lot of things with her going forward. That just made you realize that that much more. I?m just thankful and ready to live our lives.? What is Dale Earnhardt Jr doing post-retirement You can take the driver away from the racing but you cannot take the racing away from the driver. That has been the case with Dale Jr post his retirement from the NASCAR Cup Series in 2017. Despite hanging his helmet, he has been quite actively involved in off-track ventures. He has been seen regularly featuring for NBC as a commentator and as a NASCAR analyst. Dale&#8217;s podcast &#8220;The Dale Jr Download&#8221; has been doing wonderfully well, attracting a lot of listeners. He prefers to give more insights to his fans and relishes discussing controversial topics. Junior is bold and outspoken with his comments on the podcast. In fact, he once even encouraged NASCAR drivers to be outspoken and hold everyone accountable if it&#8217;s bothering their safety in the cars in any fashion. Dale Earnhardt Jr is very active on social media, especially on his Twitter account. He uses it to voice out his opinion time and again, sometimes either using sarcasm or hilarious remarks. He once used the medium to make fun of former Richard Childress Racing driver Clint Bowyer. In addition, he provides his fans with regular updates about his personal and professional life using social media. Of course, Dale Jr has his own team JR Motorsports with which he is very much involved. Furthermore, he and his wife Amy, have collaborated with Sugarlands Distilling Company to start a new vodka brand. It&#8217;s named &#8220;High Rock Vodka&#8221; and is a premium, handcrafted vodka. Dale Jr released his book &#8220;Racing To The Finish: My Story&#8221; in 2018, narrating his story behind the wheel. Since announcing his retirement from the NASCAR Cup Series in 2017, it looks pretty clear that Junior has zero interest in returning back to race at the highest level. His off-the-track ventures keep him heavily occupied. It would take something special to bring him back to the Cup Series and maybe challenge his two-faced rival Kyle Busch. As of now, Dale Earnhardt Jr is at peace and keen on running his team, podcast, and other ventures successfully.  Name Ralph Dale Earnhardt Jr.  Born 10th October 1974  Place of Birth Kannapolis, North Carolina  Nationality American  Education Associate Degree  Parents Dale Earnhardt Sr and Brenda Lorraine  Wife Amy Reimann  Children Isla Rose (2018) and Nicole Loraine (2020)  Height 6?00?  Weight 165 lbs/75 kg  Team JR Motorsports  Car #88 Chevrolet Camaro  Social Media Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Website

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<h2><strong>Josh Berry Net Worth 2023 (Update)</strong></h2>
Josh Berry might be a new face in the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nascar/nascar-cup-series/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NASCAR Cup Series</a> but he surely isn't alien to the world of motorsports. As of now, he competes full-time in the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nascar/nascar-xfinity-series/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NASCAR Xfinity Series</a> whilst driving for <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/jr-motorsports/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">JR Motorsports</a>. He has enjoyed a part-time role in the Cup Series in the 2023 campaign and is set to continue on a full-time basis from 2024 onwards.

In his racing career, Berry has done well in late-model racing and the CARS Tour. In fact, his major earnings have come from there and it is bound to get better as he joins <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nascar/stewart-haas-racing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Stewart-Haas Racing</a> to compete in the Cup Series next year. Currently, as per FreshersLive, his net worth is estimated to be around $5 million.

At this point in time, his salary with JR Motorsports remains unknown. Without a doubt, various endorsement deals and the wealth amassed from racing play a big role in his annual income.
<h2><strong>Josh Berry's Family and Personal Life</strong></h2>
While it is known that Josh Berry was born on October 22, 1990, in Hendersonville, Tennessee, not much is known about his parents or childhood. As far as his educational background is concerned, Berry graduated from Volunteer State Community College. In fact, in his 7th and 8th grades, he had the chance to be a classmate of IndyCar winner Josef Newgarden.

[caption id="attachment_618744" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-618744" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1311988712.jpg" alt="Josh Berry celebrates winning in NASCAR Xfinity Series" width="1920" height="1315" /> MARTINSVILLE, VIRGINIA - APRIL 11: Josh Berry, driver of the #8 Chevrolet Accessories Chevrolet, celebrates in victory lane after winning the NASCAR Xfinity Series Cook Out 250 at Martinsville Speedway on April 11, 2021 in Martinsville, Virginia. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)[/caption]

Berry frequently shares pictures with his family, but unfortunately, the details of his parents are unknown to date. However, it is known that he is a married man. His wife, Ginny Berry, is a healthcare professional in York City. The couple has a daughter together named Mackenzie.

Hopefully, with time, more details about Berry's family and personal life will come to light.
<h2><strong>Josh Berry?s NASCAR Career</strong></h2>
At the age of eight, Josh Berry kick-started his racing career by participating in the Tennessee Karting Association. After spending a number of seasons racing go-karts, he along with his father decided to move to U.S. Legend Cars in 2006. It was in 2010 that he was asked by JR Motorsports co-owner <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/dale-earnhardt-jr/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dale Earnhardt Jr</a> to join the JRM Late Model program.

Without hesitating, Berry went ahead with the prospect and within a year was named Late Model Most Popular Driver by Speed51.com. Ultimately, it was in 2014 that he made his NASCAR debut in the Xfinity Series at Iowa Speedway. The following year, he had a couple of top-10 finishes. However, it was in 2016 that he performed very impressively. In 24 starts then, he registered 14 victories and additional seven top-five finishes.

Berry joined JRM full time in 2022 after spending a partial season in 2021. Over the years, he has competed in the Truck Series although not as frequently as in the Xfinity Series. As far as the Cup Series is concerned, the 32-year-old made his debut at Dover International Speedway in 2021 when he substituted for Justin Haley in the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nascar/spire-motorsports/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Spire Motorsports</a> #77 car.

[caption id="attachment_618746" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-618746" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1311992417.jpg" alt="Josh Berry" width="1920" height="1280" /> MARTINSVILLE, VIRGINIA - APRIL 11: Josh Berry, driver of the #8 Chevrolet Accessories Chevrolet, celebrates after winning the NASCAR Xfinity Series Cook Out 250 at Martinsville Speedway on April 11, 2021 in Martinsville, Virginia. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)[/caption]

Haley was sidelined due to Covid-19 protocols then. His second appearance in the Cup Series happened because of a similar scenario. This time it was <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/corey-lajoie/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Corey LaJoie</a> who was sidelined due to the pandemic protocols in 2022. However, Berry's major breakthrough has come in the ongoing season.

In the 2023 campaign, Berry was presented with the opportunity to replace the injured <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/chase-elliott/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Chase Elliott</a> and race for <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nascar/hendrick-motorsports/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hendrick Motorsports</a>. After Elliott's return, Josh Berry found another chance to represent HMS with <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/alex-bowman/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Alex Bowman</a> suffering from a back injury.

Things have only gotten better for him as he will be racing for <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nascar/stewart-haas-racing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Stewart-Haas Racing</a> in the Cup Series the next season. In fact, the experience in the ongoing campaign will come more than handy for his full-time participation in 2024. There will be certainly a lot of pressure on him given how he will be replacing the legendary <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/kevin-harvick/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kevin Harvick</a>.
<h2><strong>Josh Berry?s Wins and Championships</strong></h2>
Josh Berry, joining JRM's Late Model program in 2010 was a turning point in his young career. In 2012, he achieved track-champion honors in the NWAAS at Motor Mile Speedway. He repeated a similar feat at Hickory Motor Speedway in 2014. The following year Berry amassed 10 victories.

It only got better in 2016 when he registered 14 wins, five of which came in the Cars Tour Late Model Stock Car series. Interestingly, between 2015 and 2016, Berry had a stunning record of winning 24 races in 48 starts, which included 30 top-five and 42 top-10 finishes. He claimed the 2017 Cars Tour Late Model Stock Car Series title in his #88 JR Motorsports Chevrolet.

https://twitter.com/joshberry/status/1193306429022785536?s=20

In 2020, Berry had an incredible run as he won 24 races on his way to winning the NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series. As far as his performance in the Xfinity Series is concerned, he registered his first win in 2021 at <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nascar/martinsville-speedway/">Martinsville Speedway</a>. To date, he has five wins in 77 starts, which includes 24 top-five and 45 top-ten finishes.

Amazingly, Berry's temporary stint in the Cup Series this season has been quite impressive. In the eight races that he has participated in this year, he has finished once in the top five and thrice in the top ten. With more experience, he is certainly expected to register his first win sooner than later.
<h2><strong>Josh Berry Sponsors and Endorsements?</strong></h2>
Over the years, Berry has been associated with a number of sponsors and endorsement deals. In December last year, Jarrett Companies were confirmed as primary sponsors for Josh Berry for six races in 2023. Just a month earlier, Tire Pros confirmed their sponsorship for nine races in 2023. Among Berry's other sponsors include LubeZone, Bass Pro Shops, PUBG, etc. With him joining SHR, it is very likely that he will attract more sponsors.
<h2><strong>Josh Berry?s Teammates</strong></h2>
While Josh Berry has enjoyed good exposure in the NASCAR Cup Series this season, he has an interesting set of colleagues at JR Motorsports itself. Co-owner Dale Earnhardt Jr, who occasionally competes in the Xfinity Series, is an invaluable personality to have as far as Berry is concerned.

Other drivers at JR Motorsports include Sam Mayer, Justin Allgaier, Brandon Jones, and Miguel Paludo. Sam is the son of former IndyCar series driver Scott Mayer. The 19-year-old is the 2019 and 2020 East Series champion. While Justin Allgaier and Miguel Paludo provide more experience, Brandon Jones is also a key team member in his full-time participation in the Xfinity Series.
<h2><strong>How is Josh Berry related to Dale Earnhardt Jr?</strong></h2>
It is no secret how Josh Berry and Dale Earnhardt Jr share a special bond. Interestingly, the two met when they were competing in an online sim racing league called DMP Online Racing. It hardly took them to become friends. As Berry spoke to The Tennessean, he said, <em>"Dale asked me what I was doing, what I wanted to do, what my goals were in my life, with my career.? We just became friends."</em>

With time, their friendship grew stronger as Berry made it to JR Motorsports as a late-model stock car driver. In fact, he couldn't have been in more awe of their bond. He said, <em>"We have a really good relationship; we've been working together for a long time. He's always been a big supporter of me. Once he quit racing (full-time in 2017) it allowed him to really pay more attention to what I was doing. That has allowed me to get some of the opportunities that I have here [JRM] lately."</em>

https://twitter.com/bobpockrass/status/1671592796543672332?s=20

Without a doubt, Dale Jr is Berry's #1 fan. In fact, he couldn't control his excitement after realizing that Berry would be replacing Kevin Harvick at SHR next season.
<h2><strong>Josh Berry?s </strong><strong>Social Media Accounts</strong></h2>
Like many NASCAR drivers, Josh Berry is also an active figure on social media. He's seen more frequently on his Instagram and Twitter accounts. While his use of Facebook is limited, there is plenty available about him on his personal website.
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<td>Instagram</td>
<td><a href="https://www.instagram.com/joshberry88/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">joshberry88</a></td>
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<td>Twitter</td>
<td><a href="https://twitter.com/joshberry" target="_blank" rel="noopener">joshberry</a></td>
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<td>Facebook</td>
<td><a href="https://www.facebook.com/joshberry72/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">joshberry72</a></td>
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<td>Website</td>
<td><a href="https://www.joshberryracing.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">joshberryracing.com</a></td>
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<td>Full Name</td>
<td>Joshua William Berry</td>
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<td>Popular Name</td>
<td>Josh Berry</td>
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<td>Birth Date</td>
<td>October 22, 1990</td>
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<td>Birth Place</td>
<td>Hendersonville, Tennessee</td>
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<td>Age</td>
<td>32</td>
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<td>Height</td>
<td>6'2"</td>
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<td>Weight</td>
<td>Unknown</td>
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<td>Parents</td>
<td>Unknown</td>
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<td>Siblings</td>
<td>Unknown</td>
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<td>Nationality</td>
<td>American</td>
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<td>Ethnicity</td>
<td>White</td>
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<td>Net Worth</td>
<td>$5 million</td>
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<td>Salary</td>
<td>Unknown</td>
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<td>Spouse</td>
<td>Ginny Berry</td>
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<td>Relationship/Marital Status</td>
<td>Married</td>
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<td>Children</td>
<td>Mackenzie</td>
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<td>Profession</td>
<td>NASCAR driver</td>
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<td>Team</td>
<td>JR Motorsports (2023)</td>
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Josh Berry

Josh Berry Net Worth 2023 (Update) Josh Berry might be a new face in the NASCAR Cup Series but he surely isn&#8217;t alien to the world of motorsports. As of now, he competes full-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series whilst driving for JR Motorsports. He has enjoyed a part-time role in the Cup Series in the 2023 campaign and is set to continue on a full-time basis from 2024 onwards. In his racing career, Berry has done well in late-model racing and the CARS Tour. In fact, his major earnings have come from there and it is bound to get better as he joins Stewart-Haas Racing to compete in the Cup Series next year. Currently, as per FreshersLive, his net worth is estimated to be around $5 million. At this point in time, his salary with JR Motorsports remains unknown. Without a doubt, various endorsement deals and the wealth amassed from racing play a big role in his annual income. Josh Berry&#8217;s Family and Personal Life While it is known that Josh Berry was born on October 22, 1990, in Hendersonville, Tennessee, not much is known about his parents or childhood. As far as his educational background is concerned, Berry graduated from Volunteer State Community College. In fact, in his 7th and 8th grades, he had the chance to be a classmate of IndyCar winner Josef Newgarden. MARTINSVILLE, VIRGINIA &#8211; APRIL 11: Josh Berry, driver of the #8 Chevrolet Accessories Chevrolet, celebrates in victory lane after winning the NASCAR Xfinity Series Cook Out 250 at Martinsville Speedway on April 11, 2021 in Martinsville, Virginia. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images) Berry frequently shares pictures with his family, but unfortunately, the details of his parents are unknown to date. However, it is known that he is a married man. His wife, Ginny Berry, is a healthcare professional in York City. The couple has a daughter together named Mackenzie. Hopefully, with time, more details about Berry&#8217;s family and personal life will come to light. Josh Berry?s NASCAR Career At the age of eight, Josh Berry kick-started his racing career by participating in the Tennessee Karting Association. After spending a number of seasons racing go-karts, he along with his father decided to move to U.S. Legend Cars in 2006. It was in 2010 that he was asked by JR Motorsports co-owner Dale Earnhardt Jr to join the JRM Late Model program. Without hesitating, Berry went ahead with the prospect and within a year was named Late Model Most Popular Driver by Speed51.com. Ultimately, it was in 2014 that he made his NASCAR debut in the Xfinity Series at Iowa Speedway. The following year, he had a couple of top-10 finishes. However, it was in 2016 that he performed very impressively. In 24 starts then, he registered 14 victories and additional seven top-five finishes. Berry joined JRM full time in 2022 after spending a partial season in 2021. Over the years, he has competed in the Truck Series although not as frequently as in the Xfinity Series. As far as the Cup Series is concerned, the 32-year-old made his debut at Dover International Speedway in 2021 when he substituted for Justin Haley in the Spire Motorsports #77 car. MARTINSVILLE, VIRGINIA &#8211; APRIL 11: Josh Berry, driver of the #8 Chevrolet Accessories Chevrolet, celebrates after winning the NASCAR Xfinity Series Cook Out 250 at Martinsville Speedway on April 11, 2021 in Martinsville, Virginia. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images) Haley was sidelined due to Covid-19 protocols then. His second appearance in the Cup Series happened because of a similar scenario. This time it was Corey LaJoie who was sidelined due to the pandemic protocols in 2022. However, Berry&#8217;s major breakthrough has come in the ongoing season. In the 2023 campaign, Berry was presented with the opportunity to replace the injured Chase Elliott and race for Hendrick Motorsports. After Elliott&#8217;s return, Josh Berry found another chance to represent HMS with Alex Bowman suffering from a back injury. Things have only gotten better for him as he will be racing for Stewart-Haas Racing in the Cup Series the next season. In fact, the experience in the ongoing campaign will come more than handy for his full-time participation in 2024. There will be certainly a lot of pressure on him given how he will be replacing the legendary Kevin Harvick. Josh Berry?s Wins and Championships Josh Berry, joining JRM&#8217;s Late Model program in 2010 was a turning point in his young career. In 2012, he achieved track-champion honors in the NWAAS at Motor Mile Speedway. He repeated a similar feat at Hickory Motor Speedway in 2014. The following year Berry amassed 10 victories. It only got better in 2016 when he registered 14 wins, five of which came in the Cars Tour Late Model Stock Car series. Interestingly, between 2015 and 2016, Berry had a stunning record of winning 24 races in 48 starts, which included 30 top-five and 42 top-10 finishes. He claimed the 2017 Cars Tour Late Model Stock Car Series title in his #88 JR Motorsports Chevrolet. https://twitter.com/joshberry/status/1193306429022785536?s=20 In 2020, Berry had an incredible run as he won 24 races on his way to winning the NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series. As far as his performance in the Xfinity Series is concerned, he registered his first win in 2021 at Martinsville Speedway. To date, he has five wins in 77 starts, which includes 24 top-five and 45 top-ten finishes. Amazingly, Berry&#8217;s temporary stint in the Cup Series this season has been quite impressive. In the eight races that he has participated in this year, he has finished once in the top five and thrice in the top ten. With more experience, he is certainly expected to register his first win sooner than later. Josh Berry Sponsors and Endorsements? Over the years, Berry has been associated with a number of sponsors and endorsement deals. In December last year, Jarrett Companies were confirmed as primary sponsors for Josh Berry for six races in 2023. Just a month earlier, Tire Pros confirmed their sponsorship for nine races in 2023. Among Berry&#8217;s other sponsors include LubeZone, Bass Pro Shops, PUBG, etc. With him joining SHR, it is very likely that he will attract more sponsors. Josh Berry?s Teammates While Josh Berry has enjoyed good exposure in the NASCAR Cup Series this season, he has an interesting set of colleagues at JR Motorsports itself. Co-owner Dale Earnhardt Jr, who occasionally competes in the Xfinity Series, is an invaluable personality to have as far as Berry is concerned. Other drivers at JR Motorsports include Sam Mayer, Justin Allgaier, Brandon Jones, and Miguel Paludo. Sam is the son of former IndyCar series driver Scott Mayer. The 19-year-old is the 2019 and 2020 East Series champion. While Justin Allgaier and Miguel Paludo provide more experience, Brandon Jones is also a key team member in his full-time participation in the Xfinity Series. How is Josh Berry related to Dale Earnhardt Jr? It is no secret how Josh Berry and Dale Earnhardt Jr share a special bond. Interestingly, the two met when they were competing in an online sim racing league called DMP Online Racing. It hardly took them to become friends. As Berry spoke to The Tennessean, he said, &#8220;Dale asked me what I was doing, what I wanted to do, what my goals were in my life, with my career.? We just became friends.&#8221; With time, their friendship grew stronger as Berry made it to JR Motorsports as a late-model stock car driver. In fact, he couldn&#8217;t have been in more awe of their bond. He said, &#8220;We have a really good relationship; we&#8217;ve been working together for a long time. He&#8217;s always been a big supporter of me. Once he quit racing (full-time in 2017) it allowed him to really pay more attention to what I was doing. That has allowed me to get some of the opportunities that I have here [JRM] lately.&#8221; https://twitter.com/bobpockrass/status/1671592796543672332?s=20 Without a doubt, Dale Jr is Berry&#8217;s #1 fan. In fact, he couldn&#8217;t control his excitement after realizing that Berry would be replacing Kevin Harvick at SHR next season. Josh Berry?s Social Media Accounts Like many NASCAR drivers, Josh Berry is also an active figure on social media. He&#8217;s seen more frequently on his Instagram and Twitter accounts. While his use of Facebook is limited, there is plenty available about him on his personal website.  Instagram joshberry88  Twitter joshberry  Facebook joshberry72  Website joshberryracing.com  &nbsp;  Full Name Joshua William Berry  Popular Name Josh Berry  Birth Date October 22, 1990  Birth Place Hendersonville, Tennessee  Age 32  Height 6&#8217;2&#8243;  Weight Unknown  Parents Unknown  Siblings Unknown  Nationality American  Ethnicity White  Net Worth $5 million  Salary Unknown  Spouse Ginny Berry  Relationship/Marital Status Married  Children Mackenzie  Profession NASCAR driver  Team JR Motorsports (2023)  &nbsp;

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