by Kasey Kahne, who ran for the last time in Nascar in 2018, will come back to compete for Richard Childrade Racing during the Xfinity series race on April 19 at Rockingham Speedway, the team announced on Friday.
Kahne, 44, will take a third entry for RCR. He will be in the car n ° 33. Hendrickcars.com will sponsor the car.
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“I am delighted to regain the wheel of a wagon, especially in a place like Rockingham Speedway,” Kahne said in a team statement.
“Rockingham was a special piece throughout my career. I remember winning the race for the series of trucks in 2012 when sport went there last, so being part of the current return is cool. Very appreciable of the opportunity that Mr. Hendrick, Richard (Childrade) and everyone at RCR gave me, as well as the support of Hendrickcars.comChevrolet, Curb Records and Karavan hikes. I can’t wait to hit the track next week for the test. »»
Kahne ran in the 2004-18 Cup. He won 18 victories in 529 departures. He won eight victories in 215 XFINITY departures and five victories in six truck starts, including his Rockingham victory. It was selected as one of the 75 largest engines in the history of Nascar in 2023.
“Kasey is a large driver and a fierce competitor,” said Richard Childress, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Richard Childrade Racing, in a team press release. “Our Xfinity Series program is first -rate, and we can’t wait to watch Kasey Race with Austin (Hill) and Jesse (Love) for an exciting return to Rockingham Speedway. With Kasey behind the wheel, we expect the number 33 to have a chance to win the race. »»
Kahne participates in Sprint Car Racing with his own team, Kasey Kahne Racing.
In preparation for his return to Stock Car Racing, Kahne will participate in the Nascar test in Rockingham Speedway on January 28.
