McDowell says he understands MWR decision to use Skinner
By Jeff Gluck - Associate Editor |
Monday, August 11, 2008 3:00 AM EDT
Sprint Cup rookie Michael McDowell said he supports Michael Waltrip Racing's decision to replace him with Mike Skinner in the 3M Performance 400 this weekend at Michigan International Speedway.
McDowell, whose No. 00 team is currently outside the top 35 in owner points, said in a statement that he's in favor of doing "whatever it takes to improve the performance of our team."
"No driver wants to get out of the car, but I understand that every part of our program needs to be evaluated, and that certainly includes me," McDowell said. "I plan to support Mike Skinner and our team any way I can, and hopefully learn some things that will help when I get back in the car."
