BREAKING NEWS: Alex Bowman to retire AFTER 2027 season, Connor Zilisch leading candidate for 2028 @NikolaiPCulp

Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

Alex Bowman will sign a one year extension with Hendrick Motorsports and then retire following the 2027 season. Connor Zilisch is the leading candidate to replace Bowman in the No. 48 in 2028. Corey Day is also in the running. Let me know your thoughts.

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