On Monday, NASCAR suspended Cup Series driver Cody Ware indefinitely after he was arrested on charges of assault on a female and assault by strangulation inflicting serious injury. The Iredell County Sheriff's Office incident report indicated Ware was arrested Monday, one week after an incident that occurred at a residence in Mooresville. As a result, Zane Smith will replace Ware and drive the No. 51 Ford this weekend for Rick Ware Racing at Martinsville Speedway.
Cody Ware’s Suspension
NASCAR suspended Cody Ware indefinitely on Monday after he was arrested on charges of assault on a female and assault by strangulation inflicting serious injury. The Iredell County Sheriff's Office incident report indicated Ware was arrested Monday, one week after an incident that occurred at a residence in Mooresville. Ware is no longer in custody after being released on $3,000 bond. It was not clear if Ware had an attorney who could comment on his behalf. The police report obtained by The Associated Press indicated the incident took place on April 3 just before midnight. Because it is a domestic violence situation, no other details of the incident have been made available.
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Zane Smith to Replace Ware
Zane Smith will make his fifth career Cup start driving the No. 51 Ford this weekend for Rick Ware Racing at Martinsville Speedway. Smith replaces Ware who was suspended indefinitely after his arrest. Smith has nine career wins, including two this season, in the Truck Series. The team has not said who would drive the No. 51 beyond Martinsville.
About Zane Smith
Zane Smith is a 21-year-old American stock car racing driver from Huntington Beach, California. He has competed in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series and the NASCAR Xfinity Series. In 2020, Smith competed in the Truck Series for GMS Racing and finished second in the championship. Smith made his first Cup Series start in 2020 at the Daytona Road Course for Richard Petty Motorsports, finishing 37th after being involved in an early accident.
Rick Ware Racing
Rick Ware Racing is a NASCAR Cup Series team based in Mooresville, North Carolina. The team is owned by former driver Rick Ware and his son, Cody Ware, also races for the team. The team fields the No. 51 Ford Mustang, among others, in the Cup Series.
Future Plans for the No. 51 Ford
It is currently unclear who will drive the No. 51 Ford for Rick Ware Racing beyond Martinsville. The team has not made any official announcement regarding their plans for the car.
Ware’s Racing Career
Cody Ware is a 27-year-old American stock car racing driver from Greensboro, North Carolina. He has raced in NASCAR's top series since 2017 and his best finish in 97 career starts is sixth place last August at Daytona International Speedway. Ware currently is 31st in the Cup standings.
FAQs:
- What led to Cody Ware's suspension?
- Answer: Cody Ware was suspended indefinitely by NASCAR after he was arrested on charges of assault on a female and assault by strangulation inflicting serious injury.
- Who will replace Cody Ware for Rick Ware Racing?
- Answer: Zane Smith will replace Cody Ware and drive the No. 51 Ford for Rick Ware Racing at Martinsville Speedway.
- How many Cup starts has Zane Smith made so far?
- Answer: Zane Smith will make his fifth career Cup start at Martinsville Speedway.
- What is Cody Ware's current position in the Cup standings?
- Answer: Cody Ware is currently 31st in the Cup standings.
- What is the future of the No. 51 Ford after Martinsville Speedway?
- Answer: The team has not yet announced who would drive the No. 51 beyond Martinsville Speedway.
Conclusion
Cody Ware’s indefinite suspension from NASCAR has resulted in Zane Smith replacing him and driving the No. 51 Ford for Rick Ware Racing at Martinsville Speedway. Smith, a nine-time winner in the Truck Series, will make his fifth career Cup start this weekend. The team has not announced who will drive the No. 51 beyond Martinsville.
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