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IndyCar race winner Kirkwood signs extension with Andretti Global
Kyle Kirkwood, a Florida-born driver, has joined Andretti Global in 2023 for his second year in the IndyCar Series. He achieved two victories at Long Beach and Nashville driving the #27 Honda-powered entry. Kirkwood finished the season with five more top 10 finishes, a pole position, and led 88 laps, securing 11th place in the championship standings. He expressed his excitement to continue with Andretti Global and work with the same group, allowing him to fully focus on winning races and becoming a strong championship contender. The 2024 line-up at Andretti Global will include Kirkwood, alongside Colton Herta and Marcus Ericsson, with Herta having signed a contract extension until 2027 and Ericsson joining from Chip Ganassi Racing. Andretti Global’s CEO, Michael Andretti, praised Kirkwood’s dedication and talent and highlighted the importance of solidifying his future with the team for consistent competitiveness and championship aspirations.
Source: motorsport
