NASCAR Cup Series driver Carson Hocevar has publicly acknowledged responsibility for actions that led to his suspension from Spire Motorsports. In a message posted on November 6, 2026, Hocevar referred to himself as "the bad guy" while addressing the disciplinary matter.
The suspension stems from incidents during the Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway on September 20, 2024, where Hocevar drove the No. 77 Delaware Health Chevrolet for Spire Motorsports. The team and NASCAR officials did not disclose specific details of the violation in the immediate announcement.
Hocevar's public statement marks an unusual step for a driver under suspension, as he chose to address the situation directly rather than through standard team channels. The 2024 Bristol race was part of the NASCAR Cup Series playoff schedule, adding significance to the timing of the infraction.
Spire Motorsports has not released a formal statement regarding the duration of the suspension or potential replacement drivers for upcoming events.
