Alex Bowman's future at Hendrick Motorsports is uncertain, with NASCAR spotter Freddie Kraft suggesting young prospect Corey Day could take over the No. 48 car in 2027.

What's happening with Alex Bowman?

Bowman is struggling through a miserable start to 2026, marked by a four-race absence due to vertigo, and hasn't won since the Chicago Street Race in July 2024.

He's currently 34th in the series standings through 12 races.

Who is Corey Day?

Corey Day is a 20-year-old driver from Clovis, California, who earned his first career win at Talladega on April 25 and is fifth in the O'Reilly Series standings through 13 races.

Day has nine top 10 finishes and is seen as a talented young prospect.

Why is Alex Bowman's spot in jeopardy?

Bowman has driven for HMS since 2018 and took over the No. 48 in 2021, but has long been seen as the "fourth guy" at the organization, with Kyle Larson, Chase Elliott, and William Byron also racing out of its stable.

Bowman is an eight-time Cup Series winner, but has the least amount of wins of the four and is the only driver at Hendrick to not finish top five in the standings in any season of his career.

Freddie Kraft, the spotter for Bubba Wallace, mentioned that there are serious conversations about Day potentially taking over the No. 48 car next year.

What comes next for Alex Bowman?

Bowman's future at Hendrick Motorsports will depend on his performance and the organization's decision on whether to stick with him or give Day a chance.

As the season progresses, Bowman will need to improve his standings and prove himself to secure his spot at HMS.

And with Day's impressive performance, the pressure is on Bowman to deliver.

But for now, Bowman's focus will be on the upcoming races and trying to turn his season around.

So far, 2026 has been a tough year for Bowman, with his vertigo issue and lack of wins.

The Chicago Street Race in July 2024 was his last win, and he's eager to get back to his winning ways.

With 12 races already completed, Bowman has a lot of work to do to catch up.

His current ranking of 34th in the series standings is a far cry from his usual performance.

The upcoming races will be crucial for Bowman to prove himself and secure his spot at HMS.