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Ex-Red Bull Formula 1 junior driver Juri Vips will return to IndyCar competition later this month at Portland, making his third series start with Rahal Letterman Lanigan
Ex-Red Bull Formula 1 junior driver Juri Vips is set to make his third IndyCar start at Portland with Rahal Letterman Lanigan later this month. Vips filled in for Jack Harvey at Rahal Letterman Lanigan last year for the final two races at Portland and Laguna Seca. Despite a test and development deal in 2024, Vips is now aiming for a full-time race seat at RLL for 2025 following Christian Lundgaard’s departure to McLaren. Vips, a former ADAC F4 champion, has impressed team co-owner Bobby Rahal, who sees potential for Vips to secure a more permanent role with the team. Vips faces stiff competition in the crowded IndyCar driver market, but his performance last year and positive feedback from Rahal boost his chances. Bobby Rahal’s praise for Vips’ work ethic, simulator contributions, and on-track performance suggest a strong possibility for Vips to secure a more long-term opportunity in IndyCar with Rahal Letterman Lanigan.
