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NASCAR's Daniel Dye Suspended for Mocking IndyCar Driver

4/6/2026

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NASCAR Truck Series driver Daniel Dye of Kaulig Racing was suspended April 6, 2026, for mocking IndyCar driver David Malukas during a livestream.
Dye's remarks included mimicking Malukas' voice and implying his sexuality, drawing backlash.
He apologized, calling his remarks careless and expressing regret for offending anyone.
This is Dye's second suspension, following penalties for a felony battery charge in 2022, and he has had limited success this season.

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NASCAR Truck Series driver Daniel Dye of Kaulig Racing was suspended April 6, 2026, for mocking IndyCar driver David Malukas during a livestream.
Dye's remarks included mimicking Malukas' voice and implying his sexuality, drawing backlash.
He apologized, calling his remarks careless and expressing regret for offending anyone.
This is Dye's second suspension, following penalties for a felony battery charge in 2022, and he has had limited success this season.