Brandon Gets a Nationwide Ride!
Jess
Yesterday it was announced that Brandon Whitt will be taking over the #61 Specialty Racing car, replacing Kevin Lepage. It's always a little awkward when one driver gets fired for another, but I've been wondering if Lepage's job has been in jeopardy since his bonehead move at Talladega in April and his nasty reaction to follow.
While I'm excited about Brandon's return to racing I was hoping he'd be with a more successful organization - and more importantly one with a full-time sponsor - but I can't complain too much because at least he has a chance. Looking at Lepage's stats this year his average finish is 26.4, which isn't too bad for an underfunded team, so I'm hoping Brandon's talent and youthful enthusiasm will put some spice into the #61.
In any event it sure will be nice to see him on the track again...I've missed him sorely in the truck series these past few years.
While I'm excited about Brandon's return to racing I was hoping he'd be with a more successful organization - and more importantly one with a full-time sponsor - but I can't complain too much because at least he has a chance. Looking at Lepage's stats this year his average finish is 26.4, which isn't too bad for an underfunded team, so I'm hoping Brandon's talent and youthful enthusiasm will put some spice into the #61.
In any event it sure will be nice to see him on the track again...I've missed him sorely in the truck series these past few years.
