Noah Gragson Mocks Shutdown: NASCAR’s Last Laugh?

Gragson Keeps It Light

Noah Gragson cracks jokes about SHR's shutdown, bringing humor to a tough moment for the team as they prepare to exit NASCAR.

Tough Times Ahead

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Key Sponsors Depart

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Gragson's Bold Remarks

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A New Chapter

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Former Drivers Move

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Gragson’s New Home

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Preece's Uncertain Future

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A Legacy in Flux

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Humor Amid Chaos

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