Santino Ferrucci crashes out of Toronto IndyCar race
- Santino Ferrucci crashed his car during the morning warm-up session in Toronto, leading to extensive damage.
- AJ Foyt Racing decided against repairs due to limited time, prioritizing safety for the next race.
- Ferrucci will miss the race today, marking a significant setback in his championship quest.
On July 20, 2025, Canadian racing fans witnessed an unfortunate turn of events at the IndyCar Series event in Toronto. Driver Santino Ferrucci, representing AJ Foyt Racing, crashed his race car in the morning warm-up, resulting in significant damage. The crash occurred in the last minutes of the 25-minute warm-up session on the streets of Exhibition Place. Although Ferrucci sustained a wrist injury from the impact, team representatives confirmed it was not fractured, although swollen. The team decided not to attempt repairs on the car due to the extensive damage and the limited time available before the race. Ferrucci had been enjoying a successful streak leading up to this race, positioned 10th in the championship standings with 237 points. However, the crash forced him to miss the opportunity to race in Toronto, where he was set to start from the 23rd position. A.J. Foyt Racing's president, Larry Foyt, stated that the damage to Ferrucci's No. 14 Chevrolet was so extensive that it was deemed 'totaled.' This led to a difficult decision for the team to prioritize safety and proper preparation for the upcoming race in Monterey, California, rather than hastily attempting repairs forToronto. During the practice session, Ferrucci attributed the crash to driver error, revealing that he had forgotten to disengage the hybrid power boost while using harder tires. This mistake resulted in losing control of the rear of the car and ultimately crashing into the outside wall at Turn 8. Following the crash, Ferrucci expressed regret over the incident and emphasized that it was purely his fault. Despite the misfortune, he was optimistic about returning to competition in future races. As the situation unfolded, the team acknowledged the emotional toll the crash took on both Ferrucci and the crew, but noted their resilience in pushing forward for their next race. With three points awarded for qualifying but not competing, Ferrucci's standing took a hit, but his team remains hopeful about rebounding in the upcoming races.