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Natalie Decker’s husband lands new NASCAR ride for Charlotte race

Derek Lemke is set to return to the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series for his second career start this weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

By Asher Fair · Beyond the Flag

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 10:30 AM

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Derek Lemke will drive the No. 53 Chevrolet for Joey Gase Motorsports at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
The race marks Lemke's second career start in the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series.
Lemke becomes the 11th different driver to compete in the No. 53 car during the 2026 season.

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Derek Lemke is set to make his second career NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series start this Saturday at Charlotte Motor Speedway. The 32-year-old will drive the No. 53 Chevrolet for Joey Gase Motorsports with Scott Osteen in the 200-lap Blue Cross NC 300, marking his first appearance with the team.

Lemke, who is married to driver Natalie Decker, previously finished 26th in his series debut at Iowa Speedway with DGM Racing with Jesse Iwuji Motorsports. He will become the 11th different driver to pilot the No. 53 car during the 2026 season.

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