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RCR Taps Rising Star Carson Brown for 2026 Development
18 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Carson Brown signed as a development driver for Richard Childress Racing in 2026.
- Brown earned Rookie of the Year in the ASA STARS National Tour 2025.
- Jesse Love clinched his first Xfinity Series championship title in 2025.
Richard Childress Racing (RCR) announced on Monday, November 17, 2025, the signing of Carson Brown as a development driver for the 2026 season. Brown's impressive performance in the 2025 ASA STARS National Tour, where he clinched the PepperJack Kennels Rookie of the Year award and secured a victory at Madison International Speedway, led to this opportunity.
Brown's versatility is highlighted by his Super Late Model victories and strong showings in TA2 starts, where he achieved multiple top-five and top-ten finishes. He also finished as the runner-up in the 2025 ASA STARS National Tour Championship standings. RCR has expressed excitement about his potential contributions to the team's driver development program.
This signing occurs shortly after RCR's Jesse Love secured his first Xfinity Series championship in 2025. Love's consistent performance throughout the season, including a win at Daytona International Speedway, culminated in his championship title. RCR has no immediate plans for Brown, opening possibilities for future NASCAR series opportunities.
