Three-time Sprint Cup Series race winner tweets out news
Brian Vickers will be part of NBC’s NASCAR coverage starting today with an appearance on “NASCAR America,” NBC Sports Network’s show covering the sport, according to tweets from the driver.
Vickers is slated to appear on the Tuesday and Wednesday editions of the show as well.
Really excited to welcome @BrianLVickers to #NASCARAmerica today on @NBCSN!
— NASCAR on NBC (@NASCARonNBC) June 1, 2015
For those wondering what I am up to-happy for an opportunity to join @NASCARonNBC on some of their shows. Great to see them back in NASCAR
— Brian Vickers (@BrianLVickers) June 1, 2015
I will be on NASCAR Night in America Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday of this week as well as numerous other times this season.
— Brian Vickers (@BrianLVickers) June 1, 2015
In addition, Vickers will be involved in their telecasts of races at New Hampshire Motor Speedway and Michigan International Speedway.
Also lending a hand to their NH & MI races & maybe some others. Looking forward to seeing the other side of the broadcasts! Tune in tonight
— Brian Vickers (@BrianLVickers) June 1, 2015
Vickers has been sidelined since March because of recurring blood clots. The 31-year-old made two starts this season at Las Vegas and Phoenix, with a best result of 15th-place at Las Vegas. David Ragan is filling in on the No. 55 Toyota for Michael Waltrip Racing for the remainder of the season. Michael Waltrip and Brett Moffitt also have been behind the wheel of the No. 55.
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