Arrow McLaren announced today that they will field a 4th entry for the 2026 running of the Indianapolis 500. Ryan Hunter-Reay will make his 18th appearance at The Brickyard with the No. 31 Arrow McLaren Chevrolet.
A two-decade career
Ryan Hunter-Reay’s career marks him out as one of the most successful American open-wheel racing drivers. His career spans two decades, including an NTT IndyCar series championship in 2012, and an Indy 500 win in 2014. Hunter-reay is also a proven winner in other American open-wheel racing series. With over all wins at 12 Hours of Sebring and Petit Le Mans, and invitations to the Race of Champions.
Incredible opportunities and a proven winner
“This is an incredible opportunity in so many ways.” commented Hunter-Reay after the announcement “I’d like to express my gratitude to Zak, Tony and the rest of the Arrow McLaren management team for pursuing this partnership and making it a reality. It is an honor to represent and drive for one of the most iconic teams in motorsports history, an organization that spares no effort or resource in the pursuit of being at the pinnacle of the sport and of course, winning the Indy 500. After coming so agonizingly close to a shot at the win in last year’s 500, I am beyond primed and ready to make the absolute most of this partnership.”
Arrow McLaren Team Principle, Tony Kanaan also had nothing but praise for Hunter-Reay.
“Ryan is a great addition to the Arrow McLaren IndyCar Team and just who we want in that fourth car this coming May alongside Pato, Nolan and Christian. He’s an Indy 500 Champion – and if you look at our history at McLaren – that’s the reason we field a fourth car, to have one more contender in the mix. He is a proven winner, and we know he will have a strong chance to win this historic event.
“Ryan is one of the best teammates I’ve ever had, and we’re very excited to get started with him and have him part of our team into next May.”
