Cole Custer’s Return to Cup Series with Stewart-Haas Racing

Stewart-Haas Racing announced Cole Custer as their Cup Series driver for the 2025 season, sparking debates about nepotism due to his father, Joe Custer, being a key figure in the organization. However, Custer’s journey in NASCAR proves his merit. After a challenging start in the Cup Series, he won the Xfinity Series championship in 2024, showcasing significant improvement.

As Stewart-Haas looks to fill their Xfinity roster, rumors suggest Riley Herbst may move to 23XI Racing, while Conor Zilisch is set to join JR Motorsports. Speculations also point to Hailie Deegan potentially joining Stewart-Haas Racing, possibly taking the No. 98 car, following an offer from Joe Custer.

The team’s lineup changes signal an exciting and dynamic period ahead, with Custer’s return to the Cup Series marking a significant shift. The upcoming season will reveal whether these strategic moves will pay off for the team.