"Kaulig is money hunting instead of trophy hunting" - NASCAR fans criticize Ty Dillon's Cup Series entry in 2025

Ty Dillion is set to compete as a full-time driver in the 2025 Cup Series season with Kaulig Racing. Apart from the official press release, the news was shared by senior NASCAR journalist Bob Pockrass on social media.

Dillion is set to drive the #10 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 for Kaulig Racing. This news has caused an uproar among NASCAR fans, with many criticizing the team's decision to allow Dillon to compete in the top national stock car series, instead of a more deserving driver.

The news was shared by both Dillon and Kaulig Racing on their respective X pages. Bob Pockrass of FOX Sports also posted the news on his page. The post has received a lot of backlash from fans since going live.

Here's a look at Pockrass' X post, captioned:

"Kaulig makes it official: Ty Dillon to drive the No. 10 Cup car full time next year (they won’t use the 31). He has driven select races for the team this year. Also an increased alliance with RCR."

Several fans have reacted to the aforementioned post. Here are some reactions shared on X.

"Kaulig is money hunting instead of trophy hunting," wrote an angry fan.

"They just need to stick with Xfinity, they clearly are not serious," added another fan.

"Man I actually like Ty better than his brother but I gotta wonder wth they expect to achieve with this deal," questioned a fan.

"Nobody with the last name Dillon deserves to be in Cup, what a joke," another fan commented.

"It’s crazy how many shots he’s given year after year," reacted an angry fan.

"But why Ty Dillon? Is it just his connection to RCR? There are more proven drivers who can make this team more competitive and marketable than Ty Dillon," another fan complained.

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"I'm thankful to everyone at Rackley W.A.R." - Ty Dillon's heartfelt appreciation message for #25 Truck Series team after exit

NASCAR racer Ty Dillon was replaced with immediate effect from the #25 Rackley W.A.R. team after the race at Bristol Motor Speedway. He is being replaced by Dawson Sutton, the son of team co-owner Curtis Sutton.

Dillon penned a heartfelt appreciation message for the team on X.

"I am thankful to everyone at Rackley WAR for the opportunity to make my return to the Truck Series. I look forward to mentoring Dawson for the remainder of this season, and am very excited to focus on my future plans behind the wheel in 2025."

Dillon mutually agreed to switch roles for the final stage of the 2024 season. He will remain with the team as a mentor to Dawson. Rackley W.A.R. co-owner Willie Allen explained the situation in the press release.

“We are super-thankful for the job Ty has done for us this year as our primary driver. We appreciate his willingness to take on an additional role and help Dawson grow and develop as a young driver for the remainder of the NASCAR Truck Series season. We look forward to Ty’s continued valuable input and support in the ongoing development of our race program.”

As for the 2024 Truck Series season, Ty Dillon is currently placed 19th in the drivers' standings with just two Top-10 finishes in 18 races.