Elliott Sadler made his first NASCAR national series start since 2019 and his first Craftsman Truck Series start since 2011, but the veteran’s appearance at the Richmond Raceway finale was always intended as a one‑off.
Enter Colin Braun, the road‑course specialist who has become the natural replacement for Sadler in the No. 25 Ram Truck fielded by Kaulig Racing.
Braun, known for his expertise on street and road courses, will now tackle his first oval race in more than a decade, a shift that adds a new dimension to his already diverse résumé.
The move also underscores the limited driver confirmations for the No. 25 Ram Truck in the postseason, with only Carson Ferguson officially locked in for the final race at Martinsville Speedway.
Ferguson, who previously contested Bristol Motor Speedway and Nashville Superspeedway earlier this season, brings a modest but promising track record to the short track at Virginia.
The race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, scheduled for August 22, 2026, will be broadcast live on Fox Sports 1 at 1:30 p.m. ET, giving fans a chance to see Braun’s oval debut.
Richmond Finale Set for a New Chapter
While Braun’s road‑course results this year include a ninth‑place finish at St. Petersburg and a tenth at Lime Rock Park, his transition to oval competition remains a test of adaptability.
Team officials say the limited schedule reflects a strategic focus on quality over quantity, aiming to maximize performance in the handful of events that do have confirmed drivers.
Fans can expect a blend of experience and fresh talent as the series heads into its final stretch, with the Richmond finale poised to be a pivotal moment for both Braun and the Ram Truck program.