Overview
- JR Motorsports confirmed on Oct. 21 that Trackhouse teammates Ross Chastain and Shane van Gisbergen will share the part-time No. 9 entry in 2026.
- The announcement did not specify which events they will run or who will sponsor the car.
- Both drivers remain full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series, and their participation complies with the rule limiting Cup drivers to five Xfinity races per season.
- The No. 9 continues as a part-time fifth JRM entry after a 2025 slate that produced van Gisbergen’s Chicago street-course win and Chastain’s best finish of third at Iowa.
- JRM’s 2026 lineup features Justin Allgaier and Sammy Smith as full-time drivers, with additional opportunities spread among Connor Zilisch, Carson Kvapil and Rajah Caruth.