Natalie Decker returns to NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series at Bristol
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 9:37 AM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Natalie Decker is scheduled to compete in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series event at Bristol Motor Speedway on September 18. She will drive the No. 35 Chevrolet during the race at the venue known as The Last Great Colosseum. This appearance marks her third start of the season following previous entries at Daytona and Talladega. Across 16 career starts in the series, Decker has not yet recorded a top-10 finish. Despite past struggles with consistency, she continues to secure opportunities to drive in the series. Her official website confirms the upcoming Bristol start as her next scheduled race.
- •Natalie Decker enters the September 18 race at Bristol Motor Speedway.
- •The driver will operate the No. 35 Chevrolet vehicle.
- •Decker has made 16 career starts in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series.
- •Previous 2026 starts included appearances at Daytona and Talladega.
- •The upcoming race follows her ongoing efforts to gain consistent results in the series.
- 9:37 AMYahoo Sports — Natalie Decker Isn’t Done Yet — And NASCAR Fans Might Want to Pay Attention
"Natalie Decker is scheduled to return to the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series at Bristol Motor Speedway on Sept. 18, driving the No. 35 Chevrolet. Her own website lists Bristol as her next race. And look, we’re not going to pretend this is the second coming of Dale Earnhardt. Decker has struggled to find consistent…
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