Hailie Deegan Teams Up with Ken Schrader for Trans-Am All-Star Race Amid Career Transition
Hailie Deegan, following her recent departure from the NASCAR Xfinity Series, is set to make a comeback on the track alongside racing legend Ken Schrader in the upcoming Trans-Am All-Star Race at Lime Rock Park. The young driver, known for her aggressive racing style and growing popularity, parted ways with AM Racing ahead of the Chicago Street Race, where Joey Logano took over her seat.
The Trans-Am event, scheduled for July 19-20, will feature Deegan piloting a TA2 car alongside Schrader under the banner of Team SLR. Practice and qualifying sessions are slated for Friday, with the main race airing live on MAVTV at 12:30 PM on Saturday. Notable competitors joining Deegan and Schrader include Greg Biffle, Geoff Bodine, and Ryan Newman among others.
This race marks a pivotal moment for Deegan as she explores new opportunities in her racing career. Recently spotted at the Indy NXT series event at Iowa Speedway, speculation about her potential interest in transitioning to IndyCar has surfaced. Whether Deegan will continue to pursue opportunities beyond NASCAR remains to be seen, but her participation in the Trans-Am All-Star Race signals her determination to stay competitive and explore new racing avenues.
Stay tuned as Hailie Deegan navigates this exciting chapter in her racing journey, seeking to capitalize on her talent and fan appeal in the evolving landscape of motorsports.
