Statements from Richard Petty Motorsports and AJ Allmendinger
Please see below for statements regarding last night's unfortunate event involving AJ Allmendinger. AJ will be driving this weekend in Talladega and will honor all partner/media commitments.
AJ Allmendinger:
"I made an error in judgment last night for which I take full responsibility. I went out to dinner and I had a couple of drinks. I honestly felt fine but I obviously should have erred more on the side of caution particularly given what I do for a living. It was a bad judgment call and I apologize for that... To my fans, sponsors, team and NASCAR. If anything good can come of this then hopefully I can be an example of being more aware of drinking responsibly and if even if you feel fine, take a cab, call a friend...just don't risk it. I will do my best to make it right and use this to learn myself and hopefully educate others."
Richard Petty:
"I am deeply disappointed this has happened. AJ has accepted full responsibility for his actions and will work to make this right. On behalf of everyone at Richard Petty Motorsports we sincerely apologize to our fans and partners."
