Bubba Wallace will move to the No. 45 for the rest of the 2022 NASCAR Cup Series season, 23XI Racing announced Aug. 31.
The news comes as Kurt Busch is still rehabbing from his concussion sustained at Pocono Raceway in July.
Wallace will remain paired with his crew chief, veteran Bootie Barker.
Ty Gibbs will instead drive the No. 23 while substituting for Busch, with Billy Scott atop the pit box.
“After consulting with NASCAR, we made this decision in the best interest of the entire organization and for all our employees who helped earn a spot in the playoffs for the owner’s championship through their hard work,” team president Steve Lauletta said in a press release. “While Ty has done a great job for us in the No. 45 car, we feel that Bubba’s experience in this car, at the upcoming playoff tracks and his recent momentum will give 23XI the best chance at maximizing our points each weekend.
“We recognize that this is a unique opportunity in the Cup Series, and we’re grateful to our employees and partners for standing with the team and supporting this decision.”
A timetable for Gibbs’ return is still not known.
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