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"This is a very
proud day for me as I will have the opportunity to compete against the best
teams in motorsports in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series as the owner of Phoenix
Racing," said Scott. "I am going to build a championship contender
with hard work, the right people and the right partners. This team has a great
foundation thanks to the efforts of James Finch. There is a lot to build upon
and I am looking forward to getting started."
Scott's role as a co-owner
in Turner Scott Motorsports is unchanged and he will continue to take an active
role in that team, on and off the track. "I owe a lot of gratitude to
Steve Turner for bringing me into the sport as an owner. My experience at TSM
will continue to serve me well in this next step," said Scott.
Driver Justin Allgaier
is making the move with Scott from TSM to Phoenix Racing, and will drive the
No. 51 Chevrolet in its debut at Chicagoland Speedway, as well as in two
additional races this year. Allgaier is currently fifth in points in the NASCAR
Nationwide Series and will continue his pursuit of that championship for TSM.
"I'm thrilled for
the opportunity and grateful to Mr. Scott that he's asked me to drive for him
in the No. 51. Chevrolet. I love competing in the NASCAR Nationwide Series but
I must admit that making my debut in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series will be a
special day for me," said Allgaier.
Scott has signed a deal
with BRANDT to be the primary sponsor of the No. 51 for three NSCS races this
season. BRANDT, which also sponsors Allgaier in the NNS for Turner Scott
Motorsports, will be the primary sponsor of the No. 51 at Chicagoland,
Charlotte Motor Speedway and Talladega Superspeedway. Allgaier will be the
driver for each of those races.
"We are celebrating
the company's 60th Anniversary and so this move to the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series
is made even more special because we are debuting at our home track at
Chicagoland," said Brandt CEO Rick Brandt.
Phoenix Racing, which
was established in 1989, has one win, four Top-5 and 15 Top-20 finishes. The
one win was the memorable 2009 victory at Talladega's Aaron's 499 with Brad
Keselowski behind the wheel.
Scott has committed to
keeping the Phoenix Racing team intact for the remainder of the season. Allgaier's
crew chief will be Nick Harrison. Harrison is a third year crew chief and has
worked with several drivers including Kurt Busch, Landon Cassill and A.J.
Allmendinger. Phoenix Racing's general manager, Steve Barkdoll, will continue
in his role after Scott takes over.
The team will continue
its relationships and alliances with Chevrolet, Hendrick Motorsports and
Earnhardt Ganassi Racing.
Scott is working with NASCAR for final approval.
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