Natalie Decker expressed her disappointment after being unable to participate in the Talladega Xfinity race. The female racer and social media personality had been scheduled to make her second appearance in the 2024 NASCAR Xfinity Season with the DGM Racing No:36 Chevy team. However, her entry was withdrawn due to NASCAR not approving the sponsor that DGM had signed with for the event. Decker shared her disappointment on X, mentioning that her name appearing on the entry list was a mistake and she was not informed about the withdrawal. She also mentioned that she has some exciting news to share soon.
Decker explained that she was listed for the Talladega race with DGM Racing because they had a sponsor pending approval from NASCAR. However, the sponsor was not approved in time, resulting in her absence from the race. Decker had been aware of this a few days prior to the event.
Female NASCAR racers often face criticism that they don’t have to work as hard as their male counterparts to secure a ride. Decker, who is also a model, has experienced this criticism and believes it leads to people overlooking her achievements or disrespecting her. During a conversation with a former NASCAR racer, Decker addressed this issue, stating that the focus on looks often leads to disrespect, which is a common experience for women in various fields. Decker now chooses to view these comments in a positive light and sees them as a compliment that helps her ignore the negativity.
NASCAR has not yet rejected Decker’s sponsor approval application; it is still pending. If her crew can complete the necessary paperwork, they can make a strong comeback in future races. Additionally, there are three more Superspeedway Xfinity races for Decker to choose from.