There’s not much bitterness in Noah Gragson

Noah Gragson's Appreciation for SHR

Gragson expresses deep gratitude towards Stewart-Haas Racing for pivotal career support during challenging times.

SHR's Struggles and Departure

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Driver Appreciation for SHR

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Gragson's Performance and Gratitude

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Auditioning for Future Teams

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Josh Berry's Strategy

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Ryan Preece's Approach

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Chase Briscoe's Objective

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SHR's Lasting Impact

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Importance of Team Dynamics

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