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For most of the offseason, the A.J. Foyt Racing team felt confident it would field an extra car for May’s Indianapolis 500. Thanks to its massive rise in competitiveness last year at the Speedway, …
Throughout the offseason, the A.J. Foyt Racing team had been confident about adding an extra car for the Indianapolis 500 in May. However, they have yet to make a final decision due to funding concerns. Despite the team’s impressive performance last year, including a third-place finish at Indy, and a technical alliance with Team Penske, no drivers with sufficient funding have committed to the third car. Unless another team can secure an engine lease, Foyt’s third entry may be the only available opportunity for drivers seeking to make the field of 33 starters. Team president Larry Foyt plans to make a decision within the next two weeks to finalize the team’s plans for the Indy 500.
