Austin Green faces uncertain future with Peterson Racing Group in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 12:06 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Austin Green, driving the No. 87 car for Peterson Racing Group in the NASCAR O'Reilly Series, could lose his position as driver starting at Pocono. Reports indicate that Nick Sanchez will take over the No. 87 car for most of the regular season, while Green is expected to return for two road course races at San Diego and Sonoma. Green currently ranks 24th in the points standings, following the shutdown of AM Racing, which previously employed Sanchez. This transition aims to assess the team’s performance in 2026.
- •Austin Green currently drives full-time for Peterson Racing Group.
- •Nick Sanchez will take over the No. 87 car for most of the season.
- •Green is expected to return for races in San Diego and Sonoma.
- •Green ranks 24th in the O'Reilly Series points standings.
- •This change follows the shutdown of AM Racing.
- 12:06 AMYahoo Sports — Austin Green rumored to lose races in No. 87 O'Reilly car in 2026
"Austin Green is rumored to lose race in the No. 87 car for Peterson Racing Group during the 2026 NASCAR O'Reilly Series season.
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