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Austin Green Loses Ride to Nick Sanchez in 2026
1 Jun
Summary
- Austin Green is being replaced in the No. 87 car by Nick Sanchez.
- Green will return for two road course races later in the season.
- Sanchez previously drove for AM Racing before its shutdown.
Austin Green's 2026 season with Peterson Racing Group in the NASCAR O'Reilly Series appears to be cut short. Reports indicate that Nick Sanchez will take over the driving duties of the No. 87 car for the majority of the regular season, beginning at Pocono.
Green is expected to return to the No. 87 car for the road course races at San Diego and Sonoma Raceway. This arrangement will provide Peterson Racing Group with an opportunity to evaluate their equipment's performance in 2026. Green currently holds the 24th position in the point standings. Sanchez's previous full-time series experience was with AM Racing before the organization ceased operations.
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