Alex Bowman Reflects on 2026 in Fiery Social Media Post

After the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season came to a close on Sunday night at Homestead-Miami Speedway, Alex Bowman had a lot to say. Bowman, who missed four races due to a vertigo diagnosis, went winless, missed the Chase, and finished 26th in the standings, took to social media to reflect on a difficult 2026 season.

The driver of the No. 48 took jabs at those who believe he will not be back with Hendrick Motorsports next year and those who bash his crew chief, Blake Harris. The 8-time Cup Series winner also took issue with NASCAR handing him a speeding penalty in Sunday’s season-finale race.

Alex Bowman Reflects on 2026 Season: ‘I’m Excited For 2027’

Bowman finished 16th in Sunday’s Cup Series race at Homestead. Yet, the Tuscon, Arizona native’s run was plagued by a pit road speeding penalty. Based on how the 2026 campaign has gone, Bowman felt it was a fitting end.

Bowman also bashed those who criticized him for not leading a lap in 2026, adding that it comes from Reddit users.

“[The] 2026 season’s over. Somehow ended it by speeding on pit road without being even close to going over my lights. That kind of feels like a fitting end to this year honestly. All the right intentions and work with nothing to show for it. Oh and yeah Reddit I know we didn’t even lead a lap, neither did you. (Allegedly this comment has really stirred up the people on the Reddit. They should be better at reading sarcasm),” Bowman said.

Bowman congratulated HMS teammate Kyle Larson, who captured his third NASCAR Cup Series championship. The 33-year-old made a humorous remark about his teammate’s title victory.

“Happy for [Kyle Larson] and honestly glad he won again so he can afford to keep flying [William Byron] and I around on his plane,” Bowman said.

‘I’m Already In Trouble For This Post’

Bowman looks forward to the 2027 season, which will be his final as a full-time Cup Series driver. With a sarcastic remark, Bowman shut down the rumors that he will not be back in the No. 48 car next year.

“I’m excited for 2027, even though the internet says I won’t be there?”

Bowman said it is challenging for him to be himself on social media and plans to try and do so throughout the next year.

“I’m going to challenge myself to take you guys along for more of the ride for the next year. It’s no secret that I don’t enjoy social media. “It’s tough to be me on it honestly, but I’ll do my best to give you guys some better insight into the next 365 days. No promises after that though,” Bowman said.

Bowman ended by defending his crew chief and saying he is already in trouble for his post.

“Been a lot of fun working with [Blake Harris] even though you guys were mostly complete [expletive] to him. He’s gonna kick ass on his next deal and I couldn’t be happier for him. Alrighty that’s enough I’m already in trouble for this post,” Bowman said.