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The knock on the Andretti Global team was that it kept robbing Colton Herta of quality results due to errors in race strategy. Team COO Rob Edwards was duly installed as Herta’s new strategist in t…
The Andretti Global team’s race strategy mistakes were hindering Colton Herta’s success until COO Rob Edwards stepped in as his strategist in the summer of 2023. The dynamic duo’s collaboration resulted in Herta achieving 14 top-eight finishes, including two wins and two poles, propelling him to a career-best second place in the championship standings. Herta’s victory at Nashville Speedway marked his ninth career win and his first triumph on an oval track, showcasing his versatility as a driver. Edwards praised Herta’s exceptional performance on ovals and commended the entire No. 26 team for their achievements in the 2024 NTT IndyCar Series season. Despite teammate Kyle Kirkwood’s pole position and fourth-place finish at Nashville, Edwards remains optimistic about Andretti’s future in IndyCar racing, highlighting the strong teamwork and potential for success heading into the 2025 season.
