Superstar Racing Experience (SRX) have recruited NASCAR prospect, Hailie Deegan, to compete in their series in their debut season.
Deegan, a NASCAR Camping World Truck Series rookie, announced the news in her Instagram post. And, it was later confirmed by Ray Evernham, one of the co-creators of the series along with NASCAR legend Tony Stewart.
Yes sir , this is happening! Really excited to watch @HailieDeegan race with us! This girl can gas it up ! Dirt or pavement ! https://t.co/lQDyvzYx9O
— ray evernham (@RayEvernham) April 22, 2021
The reigning ARCA Menards Series Rookie of the Year will be taking part in the race at Knoxville Raceway which is scheduled to take place on June 19. It is expected that she will be one of the part-time ringer drivers and will be competing against ten full-time drivers along with the local track champion.
SRK’s debut season is set to begin on June 12 at Stafford Motor Speedway. Stewart, the series co-owner, will be featuring in six races this year.
As for the Truck Series, Deegan is in 18th position, 181 points behind points leader John Hunter Nemechek.