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Breaking News: Allmendinger Released by Penske Racing!

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It seems even A.J. Allmendinger’s entrance into NASCAR’s “Road to Recovery” substance abuse program following his indefinite suspension for a positive drug test, wasn’t enough for his boss at Penske Racing. NASCAR announced today that Penske Racing has released Allmendinger. The #22 Shell/Pennzoil car will be driven by Sam Hornish, Jr. for the remaining six regular season races and ten races in “The Chase.”

Team owner, Roger Penske released a statement about the actions taken today:

“Penske Racing fully supports NASCAR’s substance abuse policy and we are disappointed with AJ’s positive drug test results. AJ is a terrific driver, a good person and it is very unfortunate that we have to separate at this time. We have invested greatly in AJ and we were confident in his success with our team. The decision to dismiss him is consistent with how we would treat any other Penske Racing team member under similar circumstances. As AJ begins NASCAR’s ‘Road to Recovery’ program, we wish him the best and look forward to seeing him compete again in NASCAR.”

Allmendinger similarly had his own statement, saying:

“Effective today, I have been released from Penske Racing as driver of the No. 22 Dodge Charger. I wish to thank Mr. Penske, Penske Racing, their sponsors, and especially all the of the No. 22 team for the opportunity they provided me and for their support in this difficult time. I also, again, would like to thank all the fans that really have been awesome through this.”