Pit Debrief

Exclusive: Correa on moving from F2 to Indy NXT, IndyCar ambitions, and a more human paddock in the US

James O'Connor19 hours ago19 hours ago08 mins

In the second part of an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Juan Manuel Correa spoke about switching from F2 to Indy NXT, his IndyCar ambitions, the friendlier atmosphere in the North American paddock, and his 2026 season so far. A new journey begins after leaving Formula 2 and Europe Following an eight-year journey that started…

Juan Manuel Correa on his journey from karting to F4, and the skills, resilience and international success that he carries into Indy NXT.

Exclusive | From karting dreams in Ecuador to F4 in Europe — Correa on his foundations in motorsport

Karishma Persad5 days ago4 days ago08 mins

Juan Manuel Correa’s journey through the junior racing ranks highlights both the ambition and challenges inherent in forging a professional motorsport career. Like many drivers, Correa began his motorsport journey in karting, where early success and natural talent laid the groundwork for a step up to F4 and a future in single-seaters. However, key moves…

In the first part of an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Polish rookie Tymek Kucharczyk opened up on his move to Indy NXT with HMD.

Exclusive | Tymek Kucharczyk: Sending an email opened the door to join HMD Motorsports and Indy NXT

James O'Connor7 days ago7 days ago08 mins

In the first part of an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Polish rookie Tymek Kucharczyk opened up on his move to Indy NXT with HMD Motorsports and the good working relationship with his teammates. The 20-year-old was at a crossroads looking ahead to 2026. Having not had significant financial backing throughout his career despite competing…

AJ Foyt Racing partners with Crosslink Motorsports to create a clear driver pathway from F4 to INDYCAR and INDY NXT.

AJ Foyt Racing partners with Crosslink Motorsports to create new development pathway

Karishma Persad2 weeks ago2 weeks ago03 mins

AJ Foyt Racing has announced a strategic partnership with Crosslink Motorsports, establishing a structured pathway for young drivers aiming to reach the top levels of American open-wheel racing. This collaboration links Crosslink’s strong presence in junior formula categories with AJ Foyt Racing’s programmes in both the NTT INDYCAR Series and INDY NXT by Firestone. As…

Round 4 of the 2026 IndyCar season and rounds 3 + 4 of the Indy NXT one have been completed at Barber, view the full championship standings.

2026 IndyCar and Indy NXT standings after Barber

James O'Connor3 weeks ago3 weeks ago02 mins

Round 4 of the 2026 IndyCar season and rounds 3 and 4 of the Indy NXT one have been completed at Barber, view the full championship standings here. Palou closes on Kirkwood A win, pole and most last laps led sees Alex Palou move to within two points of Kyle Kirkwood at the top of…

Indy NXT Race 2 Barber, Alessandro de Tullio and Max Taylor battle for first.

Indy NXT | Race 2 | Barber | Alessandro de Tullio claims first career win

Megan Ricketts3 weeks ago3 weeks ago03 mins

Indy NXT Barber Race 2 start sees de Tullio hold the lead Heading into Indy NXT Barber Race 2, the field returns to Barber Motorsports Park after a chaotic Race 1. Contact between Alessandro de Tullio and Max Taylor opened the door for Cape Motorsport’s Nikita Johnson to take the win. With de Tullio holding…

Race 2 and round 4 of the 2026 Indy NXT at Barber has been completed, view the full results here. Nikita Johnson won yesterday.

2026 Indy NXT Barber | Race 2 results

James O'Connor3 weeks ago3 weeks ago02 mins

Race 2 and round 4 of the 2026 Indy NXT at Barber has been completed, view the full results here. Yesterday’s race 1 had a dramatic ending. Inside the final 10 laps, Alessandro de Tullio and Max Taylor collided at turn 16 as they fought for the lead. Car #28 got a penalty for it….

Race 1 and round 3 of the 2026 Indy NXT at Barber has been completed, view the full results here. Alessandro de Tullio was on pole.

2026 Indy NXT Barber | Race 1 results

James O'Connor3 weeks ago3 weeks ago02 mins

Race 1 and round 3 of the 2026 Indy NXT at Barber has been completed, view the full results here. Earlier in the day, Alessandro de Tullio bagged a double pole for Saturday and Sunday’s races. Championship leader Max Taylor joined him on the front row, as he will do tomorrow. St. Pete winner Nikita…

Qualifying for rounds 3 and 4 of the 2026 Indy NXT season has been completed at Barber, view the full results here.

2026 Indy NXT Barber | Qualifying results

James O'Connor3 weeks ago3 weeks ago02 mins

Qualifying for rounds 3 and 4 of the 2026 Indy NXT season has been completed at Barber, view the full results here. In the only practice session on Friday, Myles Rowe was fastest, 0.001s quicker than Juan Manuel Correa. Championship leader Max Taylor was down in P6. Group 1 On an out lap, Niels Koolen…

The only Indy NXT practice session of the weekend at Barber has been completed, view the full results here.

2026 Indy NXT Barber | Practice results

James O'Connor3 weeks ago3 weeks ago02 mins

The only 2026 Indy NXT practice session of the weekend at Barber has been completed, view the full results here. Andretti driver Max Taylor went into the weekend as championship leader following a brilliant win at Arlington. He holds a 10-point lead for Nikita Johnson who won at St. Pete. Tymek Kucharczyk completes the top…