Nolan Siegel sidelined with concussion, Tony Kanaan steps up
- Nolan Siegel crashed into the wall during the Synk 275 at Iowa Speedway.
- The IndyCar Medical team diagnosed him with a mild concussion.
- Arrow McLaren chose not to replace Siegel, leaving the car vacant for the race.
On July 13, 2025, at Iowa Speedway in the United States, IndyCar driver Nolan Siegel was unable to compete in the Farm To Finish 275 race after he suffered a crash during the Synk 275 on the previous day. The incident occurred on Lap 248 when Siegel’s vehicle collided with the fourth-turn wall, leading to safety measures that involved repairing the SAFER Barrier damaged in the crash. Following this, IndyCar Medical confirmed that Siegel had sustained a mild concussion, which resulted in his inability to race. As a precaution, the Arrow McLaren team decided against substituting another driver for the event, opting instead to leave the No. 6 Chevrolet vacant. This decision was further backed by team principal Tony Kanaan, who emphasized the need to prioritize Siegel’s health and safety over a quick driver change. He acknowledged the emotional turmoil Siegel must be feeling, particularly since he was set to start from a promising fifth position, one of his best this season. Kanaan stated that this strategy was part of their longer-term planning, considering the upcoming race in Toronto. The accident not only interrupted Siegel’s promising performance but also impacted the overall race dynamics by reducing the number of starting cars from 27 to 26. Moving forward, the Arrow McLaren team will evaluate Siegel's recovery closely to determine his fitness to race in the following events.