Rajah Caruth, a rising star in the world of NASCAR, has made history by becoming only the third black racer to win a national-tier NASCAR race. This remarkable achievement comes after Rick Hendrick, a highly accomplished team owner in NASCAR history, awarded Caruth with an HMS development contract in 2024. Caruth, who started his racing career in iRacing, proved his worth by winning the Las Vegas Truck Race in just his third race as an HMS-backed driver.
Driving for Spire Motorsports, Caruth had an eventful day on the track. Starting the race on pole position, a first for him in NASCAR, he battled against experienced veterans throughout the race and emerged victorious. Caruth’s exceptional race craft, the speed of his Chevy machine, and the strategic decisions made by his team contributed to his milestone win.
The NASCAR community was quick to celebrate Caruth’s historic victory. Dale Earnhardt Jr., a NASCAR Hall of Famer, congratulated Caruth and expressed his admiration for the young racer. This win marks the first victory by a black racer since Bubba Wallace’s triumph in Michigan in 2017.
Kyle Larson, the 2021 NASCAR Cup champion and Caruth’s teammate at Hendrick Motorsports, also shared his excitement on social media. He praised Caruth’s deserving win and expressed his hopes for a double victory in the upcoming race.
Another notable figure in the racing world, Daniel Hemric, a former Xfinity champion, celebrated Caruth’s win and acknowledged the hard work and dedication the young racer has put into his career. Hemric and Caruth are teammates, both driving for Chevy teams, and their shared training experiences have played a significant role in Caruth’s development as a driver.
Rajah Caruth’s historic win is a testament to his talent, determination, and the support he has received from his team and fellow racers. His victory serves as an inspiration to aspiring racers and highlights the progress being made towards diversity and inclusion in NASCAR.