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Dale Coyne has stated that he confident that Rinus Veekay will stay within the fold of his racing team for 2026 as he expects little change in the driver market.
Former IndyCar driver turned team owner Dale Coyne is confident Rinus VeeKay will stay with Dale Coyne Racing for the 2026 season due to expected stability among drivers and teams. VeeKay, currently in 12th place, joined DCR in 2025 after leaving Ed Carpenter Racing despite seeking a contract extension. In the No.18 car, VeeKay has achieved success, including his first podium finish in Toronto and seven top 10 finishes. Dale Coyne expressed his desire for VeeKay to stay in 2026, expecting an early contract announcement. VeeKay praised DCR, calling it his best IndyCar team, especially after his strong performances this season. His engineer, Michael Cannon’s return to DCR, has been highlighted as a key factor in VeeKay’s confidence and success with the team.
