"I'm sorry to anyone who was offended. That's not how I want to represent myself. I have some close friends in the LGBTQ+ community who I would never want to feel less of themselves because of what I said."
"In talking with them, I realize that a true friend would know better than to act the way I did and for that I need to be a better friend."
"I am aware that intention does not erase impact and that I need to do better."
Daniel Dye, a 22-year-old NASCAR driver, was suspended for making homophobic comments about IndyCar driver David Malukas during a livestream. After completing sensitivity training, NASCAR reinstated him. Dye announced his departure from Kaulig Racing, stating he wanted to focus on his career. Kaulig Racing accepted his resignation and wished him success. Dye issued an apology for his comments, acknowledging their impact and expressing a desire to be a better friend to the LGBTQ+ community.
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