Corey LaJoie to drive the No. 6 for RFK Racing

Corey LaJoie to drive the No. 6 for RFK Racing at Bowman Gray Stadium. Brad Keselowski is setting out with an injury from last month.

Brad Keselowski is the driver of the No. 6. He’s also the co-owner of the team, RFK Racing.

Last month, Keselowski was injured during a skiing trip. He has since underwent surgery and is on the road to recovery.

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The 2026 NASCAR season is set to begin. The opening race is The Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium on February 1, 2026.

The next race on the schedule is the famed Daytona 500. However, that race isn’t scheduled until February 15th.

Brad Keselowski has elected to remove himself from the seat for The Clash event in an effort to prepare for Daytona. In his place, Corey LaJoie will be the reserve driver.

“We’re going to put Corey LaJoie in the The Clash,” Keselowski shared moments ago.

“I’m happy for Corey to get this opportunity. I’m laser focused on being ready for Daytona.”

“Happy to be of service. Wishing BK w speedy recovery. Let’s go get another trophy at The Madhouse.”

He formerly ran full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series with Spire Motorsports.

LaJoie ran four NASCAR Cup Series races in 2025, all with Rick Ware Racing. His best-finish of 22nd came in the Daytona 500.

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