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NASCAR, Kaulig Racing Suspend Daniel Dye Indefinitely Over Homophobic Livestream Mocking David Malukas

The 22-year-old must complete sensitivity training before he is eligible to return.

Overview

  • Clips from a Whatnot trading-card livestream showed Dye mocking IndyCar driver David Malukas with a self-described "gay voice," prompting swift action Tuesday.
  • NASCAR cited Rule 4.3.C, which bars public statements that disparage someone based on sexual orientation, in issuing the indefinite suspension.
  • Kaulig Racing also sidelined the No. 10 Ram Truck Series driver and has not named a replacement for this weekend’s Darlington race.
  • Dye posted a public apology to Malukas on social media, calling his remarks careless and saying he is taking the matter seriously.
  • Malukas and Team Penske have not publicly commented, and the penalty is Dye’s second career suspension after a 2022 ARCA case that led to reinstatement when charges were reduced.