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Austin Cindric confirms return to Team Penske for 2027 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 12:21 AM

Last updated Oct 11, 2026

Austin Cindric confirms return to Team Penske for 2027 season

Summary

Austin Cindric announced his return to Team Penske for the 2027 NASCAR Cup Series season during a press conference at Charlotte Motor Speedway on October 10. This decision finalizes Team Penske's driver lineup, which includes Ryan Blaney and Joey Logano, both of whom are under contract. Cindric's consistent performance, ranking ninth in the Chase standings with several strong finishes, likely influenced this confirmation. Team Penske will maintain continuity as other organizations anticipate major driver changes ahead of next season.

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By the Numbers

•Austin Cindric confirms he will drive the No. 2 Ford in 2027.
•Team Penske's lineup now includes Cindric, Blaney, and Logano.
•Cindric's recent performances include a runner-up finish at Kansas.
•Blaney won the Cup Series championship in 2023.
•Cindric began his full-time Cup career with Team Penske in 2022.

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12:21 AMYahoo Sports — Team Penske Makes Major Decision on 2027 NASCAR Lineup

What they're saying

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NASCAR Silly Season has delivered plenty of surprises, but Team Penske is taking a different approach to 2027.While other Cup Series organizations prepare for significant driver changes, one of NASCAR’s most successful teams now has its lineup locked in for next season. And the final piece of the puzzle came together Saturday, Oct. 10, at […] The post Team Penske Makes Major Decision on 2027 NASCAR Lineup appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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