Dale Earnhardt Jr. supports Richard Childress' decision on Austin Hill

Dale Earnhardt Jr. has publicly backed Richard Childress' decision to keep Austin Hill as the driver of the No. 33 RCR Chevrolet for the 2027 NASCAR Cup Series season. This announcement comes after the passing of Kyle Busch earlier this year, leading RCR to promote Hill from the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series. Hill, who has been with RCR since 2022, has recorded two top-20 finishes in 13 Cup races this season. Earnhardt Jr., discussing the decision on his podcast, acknowledged the criticism but emphasized Hill's established relationship with the team and his track record of success in lower series. He also noted the challenge of balancing opportunities for other drivers like Josh Berry, who is currently without a ride.

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