Tony Stewart's Stand for Ryan Preece Backed by NASCAR Insider

Tony Stewart, co-owner of Stewart-Haas Racing, has disagreed with his partner, Gene Haas, over selecting a driver for the #41 Team in 2024. Despite the conflict, a well-known NASCAR insider has come forward to support Stewart's decision.

The Disagreement Over Driver Selection

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Tony Stewart and Gene Haas have been at odds over the driver choice for their #41 Ford. Despite a season that fell short of expectations, Stewart has steadfastly supported Ryan Preece.

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NASCAR Insider Supports Stewart's Decision

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Bob Pockrass, a Fox Sports Insider, recently discussed Stewart's commitment to Preece on the GoPRNLive show. He acknowledged that while Preece's performance this year may not have been outstanding, other drivers on the team faced similar challenges.

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Pockrass Believes in Giving Preece Another Chance

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Pockrass stated, 'Preece certainly deserves another year to show what he can do... for next season you have both the Fords and the Toyotas will have tweaks to their bodies for next year. So, you probably want to see what he can do… see if they’ve improved what they have for that.'

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