Viking Motorsports has made a significant move by signing Matt DiBenedetto to compete full-time in the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series season. After running part-time with the organization last season in a partnership with RSS Racing, DiBenedetto will now take the wheel of the #99 Chevrolet for the upcoming season, starting with the United Rentals 300 at Daytona International Speedway on February 15.
The announcement of DiBenedetto’s return was unveiled through a cinematic video on social media, showcasing his journey from receiving a mysterious phone call urging him to make a decision to ultimately arriving at the race shop of Viking Motorsports. Team owner Don Sackett expressed his excitement about having DiBenedetto on board for the 2025 season, highlighting his experience and racing acumen as key assets for the team’s success.
In a strategic move, Viking Motorsports transitioned from Ford to Chevrolet in December 2024, with technical support from Richard Childress Racing, marking a new chapter for the team. DiBenedetto, a 33-year-old Nevada City, California native, competed in 28 NASCAR Xfinity Series races in the 2024 season, securing three top-10 finishes and finishing 26th in the points standings.
DiBenedetto himself shared his enthusiasm about the upcoming season, expressing his readiness to give his all for Viking Motorsports. He believes in the team’s vision and potential, aiming to achieve great things together on the track. Fans can witness DiBenedetto in action when the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series season kicks off at Daytona International Speedway.
With a strong driver like DiBenedetto at the helm and the support of Viking Motorsports and their new partnership with Chevrolet, the team is poised for success in the upcoming season. Stay tuned for an exciting season of NASCAR Xfinity Series racing with Matt DiBenedetto leading the charge for Viking Motorsports.
