In a sport involving drivers in their 40s, Brian Scott's decision to retire at age 28 is a surprise.
Scott leaves a full-time ride with Richard Petty Motorsports to tend to a growing family, driver and team announced Thursday.
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Scott might not be leaving stock car racing, just stepping away from the commitment to being a full-time driver.
Petty sends out two cars, the iconic No. 43 driven by Aric Almirola and the No. 44 driven this season by Scott, a rookie.