Haas Factory Team confirms Sheldon Creed's departure after 2026 season

Haas Factory Team announced that Sheldon Creed will leave the organization following the 2026 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts season. Creed, currently leading the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series points and having secured three wins this season, has signed a multi-year deal to drive the No. 26 Toyota for Sam Hunt Racing starting in 2027. Following this announcement, Haas is now tasked with finding two new drivers for their O’Reilly Auto Parts Series lineup for 2027. The team's statement expressed gratitude for Creed's contributions and confirmed they remain focused on the 2026 championship.

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