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NASCAR commissioner Steve Phelps announces resignation at the end of January: 'It has been an honor'

January 6, 2026

NASCAR Commissioner Steve Phelps has announced his resignation, effective at the end of January. Having served as NASCAR's first Commissioner since March 2025 and previously as president since 2018, Phelps cited personal reasons for his departure, with NASCAR opting not to fill the role immediately, allowing existing executives to share his responsibilities.

NASCAR commissioner Steve Phelps announces resignation at the end of January: 'It has been an honor'

Credit: NASCAR commissioner Steve Phelps will resign at the end of January. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

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Steve Phelps will resign as NASCAR Commissioner at the end of January.
He has been with NASCAR since 2005 and became Commissioner in March 2025.
NASCAR will not appoint a new Commissioner immediately, sharing responsibilities among existing executives.
Phelps' decision to resign is described as personal by NASCAR.
NASCAR emphasizes stability in leadership during this transition.

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NASCAR commissioner Steve Phelps announces resignation at the end of January: 'It has been an honor'

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