Alex Bowman will likely return to Hendrick Motorsports for the 2027 Cup Series season.
He has proven his ability to win races in the right situation.
What happened to Alex Bowman's 2026 season?
The 2026 season was derailed by vertigo issues, which kept him sidelined for four additional races.
He recorded consecutive third-place finishes at Talladega and Texas Motor Speedway.
Why it matters for Alex Bowman's future
NASCAR reporter Jordan Bianchi of The Athletic reported that Hendrick Motorsports wants Bowman back.
The team likes him, and sponsor Ally is also in favor of his return.
But a lot of this is going to be up to Alex and whether or not he wants to continue.
What comes next for Alex Bowman and Hendrick Motorsports?
The issue for Hendrick is that there's no obvious replacement easily available.
Development driver Corey Day is a long-term option, but he's only 20 years old.
One option who has been mentioned is rookie Connor Zilisch, but he's under contract with Trackhouse Racing.
Bringing Bowman back on a one-year deal for the 2027 season seems like the most realistic option.
He averaged just 15.25 points per race in the last four races, with an average finishing position of 24.0.
The 48 team would like to see him continue in that car, according to Jordan Bianchi.
Alex Bowman's history of health issues could push him toward retirement, making things interesting at HMS.
He hasn't won a race since the 2024 Chicago Street Race, leaving him with just one win over the last three seasons.
The NASCAR silly season has already begun, with plenty of uncertainty regarding Bowman's place at Hendrick Motorsports.