NASCAR Team’s Shut Down Rumors Take Off as Sponsor Crisis Floods Speculations Rumors swirl around a prominent NASCAR team as unexpected sponsorship challenges spark speculation about its future in the

In 2025, Hyak Motorsports emerged as a rebranded entity in the NASCAR Cup Series, taking over the No. 47 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 previously fielded by JTG Daugherty Racing. Under the leadership of principal owner Gordon Smith, who acquired the team in November 2023, Hyak Motorsports aimed to bring a fresh perspective to the sport. The team retained veteran driver Ricky Stenhouse Jr., known for his aggressive driving style and notable victories, including the 2023 Daytona 500, a win at Talladega in October 2024, and a 7th-place finish at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in the same year. Now, as the NASCAR Cup Series heads to NHMS this weekend, questions are swirling about the team’s future amid a growing sponsorship crisis.

With a technical alliance with Hendrick Motorsports, Hyak Motorsports so