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After a breakout season in the ARCA and O’Reilly Series, 21‑year‑old Jesse Love will drive the iconic No. 21 Ford for Wood Brothers Racing in the 2027 NASCAR Cup Series, replacing Josh Berry.
Jesse Love will drive the No. 21 Wood Brothers Racing entry in the 2027 NASCAR Cup Series after a championship‑winning stint in the O’Reilly Series.
Wood Brothers Racing announced the hiring of Jesse Love, a rising star from the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series, to drive the iconic No. 21 car in 2027.
A look at the latest roster moves, from Josh Berry’s exit to rising talents stepping into new rides.
After Wood Brothers Racing announced his departure, Josh Berry is evaluating several competitive programs that could secure his place in NASCAR's top series or the O'Reilly Series.
With his contract ending, Josh Berry is weighing options that could shape his 2027 season, from Front Row Motorsports to JR Motorsports.
NASCAR’s driver roster is set for a significant shift as the 2027 season approaches, with veteran Josh Berry confirming he will not return to Wood Brothers Racing. The move opens a pivotal seat for a younger talent, and early indications point to Jesse Love as the leading candidate.
Chris Buescher’s recent contract extension with RFK Racing locks in a driver with six Cup victories and 92 top‑10 finishes, while the team faces charter losses and a wave of driver reshuffling across the series.
Josh Berry’s departure from Wood Brothers Racing signals a busy 2027 driver market, with multiple teams reconfiguring their lineups amid recent changes and tragic losses.
Wood Brothers Racing is searching for a new driver for the 2027 NASCAR Cup Series, with Jesse Love emerging as a leading candidate after Josh Berry announced his exit. The move comes as the No. 21 car seeks a performance boost following a difficult 2026 season.
The second edition of NASCAR's In‑Season Challenge begins in two weeks at Sonoma Raceway, where the bracket will be set by the latest Cup Series standings after Pocono.
Josh Berry will not return to Wood Brothers Racing in 2027, and his next move could land him at a top‑tier team or a strategic return to JR Motorsports.
NASCAR introduced a five‑week, single‑elimination bracket in 2025 that rewards the champion with $1 million, while the 2026 edition expands to new venues and seeds teams by current standings.
The 2026 NASCAR In-Season Challenge will feature head-to-head races across five venues, culminating in a $1 million award for the champion.
The upcoming Anduril 250 race at Naval Base Coronado will feature a 39‑driver field, highlighted by notable entries and a potential replacement for Christopher Bell due to injury.
NASCAR’s second annual In-Season Challenge will unfold from June 28 through July 26, pitting the 32 drivers who sit highest in the Cup Series standings against one another in a knockout format. The tournament is structured around five distinct venues, each chosen to test different skill sets, from high‑speed ovals to technical road courses. The prize on offer is substantial: the champion of the bracket will walk away with a $1 million payout, a figure that underscores the series’ intent to blend competition with a tangible financial incentive for drivers and teams. Among the storylines generating the most buzz is the early‑round clash between veteran Denny Hamlin and up‑and‑coming Ty Dillon. Hamlin entered the event on a three‑race winning streak, yet last year’s edition saw Dillon pull off an upset that sent Hamlin home earlier than expected, a result that adds a layer of intrigue to their upcoming encounter. The schedule’s diversity is another focal point. Competitors will travel from the historic banks of Indianapolis to the scenic turns of Sonoma, from the thunderous roar of Chicagoland to the tight, tactical layout of North Wilkesboro, and finally to the iconic Brickyard for the championship race, where the final showdown will decide the million‑dollar winner.
NASCAR’s new bracket competition begins June 28 at Sonoma and will culminate in a $1 million prize at Indianapolis, featuring a slate of seeded matchups across the season
Christopher Bell escaped a violent crash at Michigan with a broken wrist but still competed at Pocono. The incident has ignited a safety review across NASCAR, with drivers inspecting gear and chassis. Meanwhile, Josh Berry will not return to Wood Brothers Racing in 2027, and veteran co‑owner Dennis Reinbold has died.
The 2026 NASCAR In-Season Challenge will feature a 32‑driver bracket, beginning at Sonoma Raceway and ending at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, with Ty Gibbs defending a $1 million title.
Josh Berry’s No. 21 Capgemini Ford suffered damage in a multi‑car crash at Pocono, losing laps before finishing 33rd, and will next compete in a historic NASCAR event at Naval Base Coronado.
Josh Berry will not return to Wood Brothers Racing for the 2027 NASCAR Cup Series season, leaving the team to reassess its lineup after a challenging year.
A chaotic nine‑car collision at Pocono Raceway knocked several playoff hopefuls out of contention, altered point balances, and delivered surprising breakthroughs for teams such as Legacy Motor Club.
Josh Berry will not return to Wood Brothers Racing for 2027, closing a two‑year stint that produced his first Cup Series victory at Las Vegas. The team, currently mired in a difficult season, is charting a new direction while Berry explores options beyond the Cup Series.
Denny Hamlin’s recent winning streak has vaulted him to the top of the points standings, narrowing the gap to Tyler Reddick, while Legacy Motor Club’s drivers show strong speed and Brad Keselowski and Joey Logano face setbacks at Pocono.