In Their Words: Dale Earnhardt Jr., Rick Hendrick on Retirement (2)

Photos and Quotes (Part 2 of 4)

"Kyle Larson, Chase Elliott, just to name two of probably a dozen guys
I’m excited about. All those guys have great attitudes and great
personalities." -- Dale Earnhardt Jr. on the young talent in NASCAR

"No one in the garage could be better to mentor these
young guys than Dale." -- Rick Hendrick

"This is a new batch of guys that are going to do things a new way
and bring some more energy to the sport." -- Dale Earnhardt Jr.

A"During my rehab I was given time to understand what was
important to me, the incredible support system I have with
my wife, team & doctors." -- Dale Earnhardt Jr.

"I've never woke up since I talked to Rick and had a change of heart."
-- Dale Earnhardt Jr. on the days since making his decision when he
first informed Rick Hendrick of his plans on March 29

"I’m very sad, because I know it’s definitely disappointing for a lot of people to
wake up to that news this morning." -- Dale Earnhardt Jr.
on the conflicting emotions his retirement brings

"We have a lot of urgency to go out there and try to make some things
happen this year." -- Dale Earnhardt Jr. on the mindset of the
No. 88 team for the remainder of the year

"We are very close. I appreciate the sacrifices he and his family have made for
our team." -- Dale Earnhardt Jr. on his relationship with crew chief Greg Ives

"You have helped me mature and grow well beyond the racetrack." - Dale Jr.
on his time and relationships at Hendrick Motorsports

"I felt like a member of my family came and told me this is what I decided to do."
-- Rick Hendrick on discussing the decision with Dale Earnhardt Jr.

"At a very young age, all I wanted to do was make a living
driving cars." -- Dale Earnhardt Jr.

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