# NASCAR's Alex Bowman to retire from full-time racing after 2027

NASCAR driver Alex Bowman announced he will retire from full-time competition after the 2027 season. Bowman, who drives for Hendrick Motorsports, made the announcement publicly. His retirement will mark the end of a career that includes multiple Cup Series wins.

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- [Fox News Sports](https://www.foxnews.com/sports/nascar-driver-alex-bowman-announces-plan-retire-full-time-competition-after-2027) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:40:32 -0400