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Carson Hocevar suspended for NASCAR season finale after Martinsville incident

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Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Carson Hocevar suspended for NASCAR season finale after Martinsville incident

Summary

Carson Hocevar has been suspended by Spire Motorsports for NASCAR's Cup Series Championship Race at Homestead-Miami Speedway on November 5, 2026. This decision follows an incident during the Xfinity 500 at Martinsville, where Hocevar and Austin Cindric collided multiple times, resulting in significant damage to Cindric's vehicle. Cindric finished 36th after retiring from the race, while Hocevar placed 21st. Justin Haley will replace Hocevar in the No. 77 Chevrolet. The suspension adds to Hocevar’s tumultuous season, as he has faced criticism for his aggressive driving style, including previous disciplinary actions from his team.

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By the Numbers

•Spire suspends Carson Hocevar for final race of the season.
•Justin Haley will replace him in the No. 77 Chevrolet.
•The suspension follows a controversial incident at Martinsville.
•Cindric's car sustained damage in the incident, leading to a 36th-place finish.
•This marks another disciplinary action against Hocevar this season.

Latest Updates

7:09 PMESPN — Spire suspends Hocevar for NASCAR's Cup finale at Homestead
7:02 PMYahoo Sports — Carson Hocevar Suspended for NASCAR Season Finale After Martinsville Controversy

What they're saying

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Carson Hocevar will miss NASCAR's season finale after Spire Motorsports suspended him following his controversial Martinsville incident with Austin Cindric. Justin Haley will replace him at Homestead.
— Yahoo Sports