Josh Berry to depart Wood Brothers Racing after 2026

It is a difficult reality of the sport, but Josh Berry has confirmed that his time with Wood Brothers Racing will conclude at the end of the 2026 season. The 35-year-old driver, who currently sits 30th in the standings through 15 races, shared the news Wednesday morning ahead of an official confirmation from the historic team.

Berry joined the organization in 2025 and enjoyed a high-water mark with a win at Las Vegas Motor Speedway early in his tenure. However, the 2026 season has been an undeniable struggle, with 11 finishes of 26th or worse and four DNFs. While the rumor mill had Berry anticipating the potential change, the driver remains focused on finishing the campaign on a positive note.

Wood Brothers Racing has stated they will announce a replacement for the No. 21 Ford Mustang Dark Horse in the near future. As for Berry, he is now looking toward the next chapter of his career, remaining optimistic about finding new opportunities despite the tough year. It is a humble, professional approach from a driver who knows that in racing, you simply go to work on Monday and prepare for the next race.