The discovery of personal NASCAR trophies and memorabilia belonging to Martin Truex Jr. being sold online has raised serious questions about how the items left his possession. Truex, a 2017 Cup Series champion and longtime fan favorite, addressed the matter publicly and expressed dismay over the unauthorized listings. The unexpected sale of rare trophies and retirement gifts adds a surprising twist to the career of a driver known for his quiet professionalism and respect for the sport.
Key Highlights
- Martin Truex Jr. revealed some of his personal trophies and memorabilia were sold without his consent.
- Items listed included his 2017 and 2023 Cup Series regular season championship trophies.
- The 2023 regular season trophy was listed for nearly $2,750 on Race Day Authentics.
- Truex retired from full-time racing after the 2024 season with 34 career Cup wins.
- He briefly returned in 2025 for the Daytona 500 but was caught in an early wreck.
Unauthorized Sale of Treasured Items
Truex confirmed Thursday night that several prized possessions were posted for sale online without his knowledge. Listings on Race Day Authentics included some of his most significant career mementos, such as his final win trophy from New Hampshire Motor Speedway, a retirement gift from Toyota TRD, a NASCAR 75 Greatest Drivers watch and shirt, and his 2017 and 2023 Cup Series regular season championship trophies. The 2023 trophy alone was listed for almost $2,750.
“It’s been brought to my attention some of my trophies were for sale online.”
“These items were sold without my knowledge. Every one of these items holds a special significance to me.” – Martin Truex Jr.
A Storied Career of Achievement
Truex, 45, concluded a decorated full-time NASCAR career after the 2024 season, leaving behind a legacy of 34 Cup Series victories over 19 years. His resume includes two Coca-Cola 600 wins and a Southern 500 triumph, achievements that cemented his place among the sport’s elite.
The pinnacle came in 2017 when Truex drove the No. 78 Toyota for Furniture Row Racing to eight victories, sealing his lone Cup championship with a season-ending win at Homestead-Miami Speedway. His consistency and dominance that year defined a career built on perseverance and skill.
Brief Return Ends in Heartbreak
Despite stepping away from full-time racing, Truex made a one-off appearance in the 2025 Daytona 500, piloting the No. 56 Toyota for Tricon Garage. His comeback ended early when he was caught in an accident and credited with a 38th-place finish.
“It’s always disappointing when you don’t finish no matter what situation especially in a race like this when it’s probably our only shot this year. Thanks to Tricon and everybody that helped us put this together.”
“It was fun while it lasted, but unfortunately, we were just wrong place, wrong time there. A big stack up and by the time they got to me, it was really aggressive. Just no time to react and knocked the nose off of the thing. Just unfortunate for all of our guys.”
“We had a fun week down here, making the race. Was hoping to have a lot more fun than that. We were just biding our time, and just in a bad place on the restart there. Don’t know when or where or what [his next race is]. We will see.” – Martin Truex Jr.
News in Brief: Martin Truex Jr. Faces Unexpected Auction of Personal Mementos
Martin Truex Jr. announced that personal trophies and memorabilia, including his 2017 and 2023 regular season championship trophies, were sold online without his consent. Items surfaced on Race Day Authentics, with one trophy listed for nearly $2,750. Truex retired after the 2024 season with 34 Cup wins and a 2017 championship but made a brief return in the 2025 Daytona 500, finishing 38th after an early crash.
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