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Allmendinger to Replace Suspended Dye in Darlington NASCAR Truck race
Kaulig Racing veteran steps into No. 10 after Daniel Dye suspension for conduct violation
Mar. 19, 2026 at 12:23am
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A.J. Allmendinger, who has driven for Kaulig Racing since 2019, will take over the No. 10 Ram truck normally piloted by Daniel Dye in Friday's NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Darlington Raceway. Dye was suspended indefinitely by NASCAR and Kaulig Racing after he made homophobic remarks about Team Penske NTT IndyCar Series driver David Malukas during a live stream.
Why it matters
Dye's suspension highlights the ongoing efforts by NASCAR to address issues of inclusivity and respect within the sport. Allmendinger's temporary replacement of Dye in the Truck series race will be closely watched as the sport continues to navigate these challenges.
The details
Dye must undergo sensitivity training before being reinstated by NASCAR and Kaulig Racing. Allmendinger has competed in 14 NASCAR Truck races overall, with two top-five and three-top 10 finishes. He currently competes full-time for Kaulig Racing in NASCAR's Cup Series, where he is 18th in the driver standings after five races this season.
- Dye was suspended indefinitely by NASCAR and Kaulig Racing on March 19, 2026.
- Friday's Darlington Raceway Truck series race will be Allmendinger's first Truck series start since 2021.
The players
A.J. Allmendinger
A veteran driver who has competed for Kaulig Racing in NASCAR's Cup Series since 2019.
Daniel Dye
The regular driver of the No. 10 Ram truck in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, who was suspended indefinitely by NASCAR and Kaulig Racing for making homophobic remarks.
David Malukas
A driver in the NTT IndyCar Series for Team Penske, who was the target of Dye's homophobic remarks.
What they’re saying
“I'm taking this seriously and working on being more aware and respectful moving forward. I'm sorry to everyone I let down. I am committed to learning from this and better understanding that the impact that my decisions can have on others. That includes educating myself, listening to those affected, and taking meaningful steps to ensure my actions reflect respect and inclusivity going forward.”
— Daniel Dye
What’s next
Dye must undergo sensitivity training before being reinstated by NASCAR and Kaulig Racing.
The takeaway
Dye's suspension highlights the ongoing efforts by NASCAR to address issues of inclusivity and respect within the sport. Allmendinger's temporary replacement of Dye in the Truck series race will be closely watched as the sport continues to navigate these challenges.
