The 2026 IndyCar Series season has been an example of resilience for the AJ Foyt Racing team, which has maintained a strong presence in the middle of the pack, despite the difficulties faced throughout the year.
Santino Ferrucci has once again led the team behind the wheel of the #14 Chevrolet, achieving four top 10 finishes and closing the season in 17th position in the championship with 280 points. The highlight of his season came during the famous Indianapolis race, where, starting fifth, he finished in a commendable eighth position, thus extending his own record with eight consecutive top 10 finishes at this iconic event in the start of his career.
Despite his performance in Indianapolis, the team struggled on the tracks and in the heavy traffic of the circuits. It was common to see the #14 fighting for a good qualifying time, complicating recoveries during the races. Ferrucci demonstrated his skill on the oval, although the engineering group needs to focus on improving single-lap speed on more technical circuits.
On the other hand, young talent Caio Collet made his entry into IndyCar with the #4 Chevrolet, after being the runner-up in the Indy NXT with three victories in his previous season. Collet ended the campaign in 24th position in the drivers’ championship with 203 points, a position that left him out of the spots for the Leaders Circle.
The month of May was special for Collet, who shone during the Indianapolis 500 qualifying, becoming the fastest among the rookies. However, a technical infraction in the post-qualification inspection sent him to 32nd on the grid. Despite this, he managed to lead nine laps during the race, finishing with a regrettable accident that cut short a possible top 10 finish.
With the 2026 season closed, AJ Foyt Racing is preparing for a new era with a new driver lineup. Dennis Hauger, named Rookie of the Year for IndyCar 2026, will join the team, along with rookie Josh Pierson. The possibility of Ferrucci retaining a spot on the team for the Indianapolis 500 remains on the table, while Collet seeks new opportunities.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
