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Austin Green and Peterson Racing part ways after challenging season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 11:18 PM

Last updated Oct 21, 2026

Austin Green and Peterson Racing part ways after challenging season

Summary

Austin Green's tenure with Peterson Racing concluded on October 21 as the team announced it had parted ways with the 25-year-old driver. Green, who drove the No. 87 Chevrolet, started the 2026 NASCAR season hopeful for a full-time role but faced difficulties after the team began limiting his schedule mid-season. He finished 23rd in his final race at Charlotte Motor Speedway earlier this month. Following the split, Peterson Racing plans for 2027 include Lee Pulliam as the full-time driver for the No. 87 Chevrolet and Harrison Burton in a second entry. Green is set to make his NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series debut at Talladega Superspeedway, driving for Spire Motorsports with sponsorship from GUNK.

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By the Numbers

•Austin Green leaves Peterson Racing after the 2026 season.
•He finished 23rd at Charlotte Motor Speedway this month.
•Lee Pulliam will take over the No. 87 Chevrolet in 2027.
•Green will debut in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series at Talladega.
•Peterson Racing acknowledged the difficulties during the season.

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11:18 PMYahoo Sports — Austin Green and Peterson Racing Part Ways After Disappointing Season

What they're saying

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Austin Green’s 2026 NASCAR season has taken another major turn, as Peterson Racing officially announced Wednesday that it has parted ways with the 25-year-old driver. The decision ends Green’s time with the organization after a season that began with hopes of competing full time in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series but ultimately turned into…
— Yahoo Sports

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