The following are statements from Stewart-Haas Racing regarding NASCARs ruling to include Ryan Newman and the #39 team in the 2013 Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup. ‘Obviously, were very pleased with NASCARs decision to provide Ryan Newmans rightful place in this years Chase. NASCAR was put in a very difficult position Saturday night at Richmond and we commend the sanctioning body for taking the time to do the necessary due diligence to ensure that the right call was made.” Tony Stewart, co-owner of Stewart-Haas Racing ‘I am proud that NASCAR took a stand with respect to what went on Saturday night at Richmond. I know it was a tough decision to make. With that being said, myself, Matt Borland (crew chief) and this entire #39 team are looking forward to competing for the 2013 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series championship.” Ryan Newman, driver of the No. 39 Quicken Loans Chevrolet for Stewart-Haas Racing.(SHR)
