RFK Racing has announced that Brad Keselowski is leaving the team at the end of the 2026 season.
Keselowski joined the team in 2022 from Team Penske and was given an ownership stake in the organization, which was reflected in its name change from Roush-Fenway Racing to RFK Racing.
“We are big fans of Brad as a person, driver, and colleague. The impact Brad has made on our organization has been felt by everyone associated with RFK Racing; he’s undoubtedly been a terrific representative of our collective efforts both on and off the track,” Chip Bowers, President of RFK Racing, said in a news release.
“He was not simply driving the No. 6 car but investing himself in the future of the team and helping us think differently about what RFK Racing could become. We have tremendous respect for Brad as a champion, competitor, and leader, and we are grateful for the energy and commitment he has brought to RFK. Brad has been clear about his desire to continue competing for years to come, and we respect and support him in pursuing the path that best allows him to achieve those goals. With several races still ahead, we look forward to competing together through the remainder of the season.”
RFK Racing currently runs three cars for Keselowski, Chris Buescher and Ryan Preece, but it leases one of the charters and is losing it at end of this season. It has preciously said it plans to continue as a three-car operation in 2027, but has not finalized plans to do so.
“I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve accomplished at RFK over the past five years and grateful for the people I’ve had the opportunity to work alongside, including at Roush Enterprises and Fenway Sports Group,” Keselowski said in a social media post. “So many great people have poured a tremendous amount into the competitive and technical transformation of this team, and I’ll always value the relationships we’ve built, everything we’ve experienced together, and what I learned as a co-owner and as the head of competition.
“I’m nowhere near ready to be done as a driver. I still have a lot I want to accomplish in this sport, and I’m looking forward to what comes next. I’m thankful for everyone who has been part of this journey and for the fans who continue to support me. I look forward to sharing future plans when the time is right.”
Keselowski finished the regular season in 18th and did not qualify for The Chase postseason. His last win for the team was at Darlington in May, 2024, which ended a 110-race winless streak.
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