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Bowman on his future: "These races may be the rest of my cup career"
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Bowman Reflects on His Future: “These Might Be the Final Races of My Cup Career”

July 9, 2025 3 Min Read
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Alex Bowman added a notable achievement to his career on Thursday night by securing a career-best second place finish at the Bank of America 500 held at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Saturday. His performance surpassed that of 11 out of the 12 remaining drivers vying for the Sprint Cup Series Championship this season.

Looking ahead, Bowman, aged 23, has been sharing the driving responsibilities of the No. 88 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet with Jeff Gordon while Dale Earnhardt Jr. recovers from a concussion. In early September, Hendrick Motorsports announced Earnhardt would be sidelined for the remainder of the season. Bowman expressed uncertainty about his future plans, stating after qualifying on Thursday night, “I don’t know what my future holds. I’m not going to race next year for sure. These will likely be the last races I compete in this season.” He added, “You never truly know what’s ahead; nothing is set in stone. Throughout these races, I’ve aimed to make the most of the opportunity and enjoy the experience. I’m not going to let pressure overwhelm me or let social media opinions dictate my mood. My goal is to have as much fun as possible.”

In the 2016 season, Bowman has participated in four races driving the No. 88 car, achieving one top-10 finish (10th place in New Hampshire) and most recently finishing 14th. He was running well within the top 10 in both New Hampshire in July and Michigan in August before incidents affected his promising runs. Additionally, Bowman competed in seven Xfinity Series races for JR Motorsports this season, earning one pole position, three top-five finishes, seven top-10 finishes, and ranking third in best finishes with a strong spring race showing at Dover.

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Bowman credited Dale Earnhardt Jr. for significantly impacting his career, saying, “Dale gave me an opportunity with an Xfinity car two years ago that saved my career. He’s been a major part of my life, and I’ll always value our friendship.” He elaborated, “Without his support, I wouldn’t have secured the ride I had last year. Even though circumstances weren’t ideal, I think Hendrick Motorsports might not have considered me without Dale’s endorsement. I’m truly thankful for all his support.”

Fan Take: This news highlights Alex Bowman’s rise and potential in NASCAR, proving he can compete at a top level even under challenging circumstances. For fans, it signals exciting new talent stepping up, potentially shaping the future landscape of the sport as veterans like Earnhardt Jr. step back.

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