NASCAR driver Josh Berry has expressed regret over a brake check incident involving Ryan Blaney, with a penalty from NASCAR expected to follow. The incident occurred during recent competition, though specific race details were not disclosed in initial reports.
Berry's acknowledgment of the incident comes as NASCAR officials review the on-track contact between the two drivers. Brake checking — suddenly slowing down to force a following driver to react — is considered a serious safety violation in motorsports.
Motorsport reporter Matt Weaver covered the developing story on November 7, 2026. NASCAR has not yet announced the specific penalty, but such infractions typically result in fines, points deductions, or race suspensions depending on severity and intent.
Both Berry and Blaney are full-time competitors in the NASCAR Cup Series. The sanctioning body's decision will likely be announced ahead of the next scheduled race weekend.
