Sage Karam to make NASCAR debut

Indycar driver set to give stock racing a shot

Sage Karam is an Indycar driver. However, as he climbed through the ranks, the drivers had outstanding success on shorter ovals via the USF2000 Series.

Now, the American racer is branching out into the stock car world. He’ll be making his debut on a road course.

Jordan Anderson Racing as announced the 26-year-old will pilor the No. 31 Chevrolet Camaro at the Brickyard on August 14th.

Karam has run 24 Indycar Series races. He’s collected two top-10 finishes in the famed Indy 500. He also stepped on the podium at Iowa Speedway back in 2015.

Sage Karam on NASCAR ride

“It has always been a dream of mine to be able to compete at this level with some of the world’s best stock car drivers,” said Karam.

“My goal is to learn as much as possible and soak in this experience. It’s a welcomed challenge for me, and I’m looking forward to building strong relationships with the talented people of Jordan Anderson Racing.”

Related: The story of Jordan Anderson: From broke to a NASCAR team owner

Sage Karam 2017 Indy 500
Practice for the 101st Indianapolis 500 (Photo: David Yowe)

Jordan Anderson Racing

JAR stepped into the NASCAR Xfinity Series for the first time in 2021. They’ve had a great debut with four top-10 finishes.

“Our entire team is incredibly proud to add Sage Karam to our list of talented drivers that have driven the 31 Chevrolet this year,” stated JAR President Jordan Anderson. 

“With Sage’s extensive experience in road racing and open-wheel racing, along with finishing 7th in this year’s Indianapolis 500, we knew that the road course at the famed Indianapolis Motor Speedway would be a special place for him to make his NASCAR debut with support from Montage Mountain Resorts and so many other great partners.”

“To bridge the gap between two different fields of racing is a challenge that I’m confident Sage will be able to master. We’re blessed to have some amazing drivers and people that continue to help our organization grow, and this opportunity is another pivotal part of our long-term goal.”

Montage Mountain Resorts

Montage Mountain Resorts has signed on as the sponsor for the entry. The year-round resort is located in Scranton, Pa.

“As an independent, privately-owned resort, Montage Mountain has a strong connection with our local community and a commitment to quality and experience that only independence brings. Sage represents everything we strive to be,” said Charlie Jefferson, managing partner of Montage Mountain Resorts, LP.   

“We can’t think of a better way to introduce Montage Mountain to a larger audience than by partnering with him. We’re thrilled for Sage to represent our brand at the historic Indianapolis Motor Speedway and bring this exciting partnership to life.”

“We have found an incredible sponsor in Montage Mountain Resorts and are thrilled to sport this livery on the Xfinity stage. It’s special to partner with a company that’s so integral to the state of Pa., and I’m thrilled to try and bring the No. 31 Montage Mountain Resorts machine to the front of the field,” said Karam.

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