Blake Harris

After four hard-fought years as crew chief of the No. 48, it’s time for a new chapter. I’m incredibly grateful to Mr. Hendrick for the opportunity to be part of this organization and for the standard of excellence he sets every day. Thank you to Jeff Gordon, Jeff Andrews, and Chad Knaus for the trust, the leadership, and the support. Being around people who have accomplished so much, and who still care so deeply about the people inside the walls, has meant more than I can put into words. Alex, thank you for the friendship and for going to battle with us every week. I don’t think people always understand what this sport takes to compete at this level, and I appreciate your commitment to me and the team over these years. It’s been an honor calling the shots with you. Cliff, Alan, Rudy, thank you guys for taking me in and for the friendships we built along the way. I don’t think I can fully express how close this group of four is. The respect, the shared fight, and the way we pushed each other while still pulling for the same organization is something I’ll carry with me. Congratulations to Cliff and Kyle on another championship. Watching that team fight and execute the way they did is a perfect example of what Hendrick Motorsports is about. Well deserved. And to every teammate on the 48 and at HMS, the engineers, mechanics, fabricators, pit crew, the engine shop, everyone behind the scenes, thank you. The long weeks, the early mornings, the late nights, and the way this place comes together when it matters most is something I’ll never forget. You all made me better. This place has been special. Thank you for everything.

Proud of what this @allyracing team has been bringing every week. Fun to watch @Alex_Bowman rip through the field and know that 🏁 is coming soon!

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