NASCAR driver Noah Gragson requested his release from Legacy Motor Club on Thursday after he was suspended indefinitely for liking a George Floyd meme on social media.

Gragson’s request came two days after the team announced he would be replaced for the next two races.

"I have asked LEGACY MOTOR CLUB to release me from my contract so that I can take time to work through the NASCAR reinstatement process," Gragson said in a statement. "I love racing, and I am looking forward to a second chance to compete for wins at the highest level of NASCAR - and most importantly, make my family, my team and the fans proud of me once again."

Legacy Motor Club CEO Cal Wells III also released a statement.

"Noah has a ton of talent and has a great personality," Well said. "This is a difficult situation, but we are proud that Noah has taken ownership of his actions and are confident he will work through this process with NASCAR and come back stronger."

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