Ferrucci extends contract with Foyt Racing for next season

Santino Ferrucci has signed a multi-year contract extension with AJ Foyt Racing, ensuring his place on the team for the upcoming IndyCar season alongside David Malukas. This announcement was made just before the final race of the season at Nashville Superspeedway. Ferrucci, who has shown significant improvement this year, achieved his first career pole position and is on track to finish 10th in the overall standings, marking a personal best. The Foyt team has experienced a resurgence this season, largely attributed to their alliance with Team Penske, which has enhanced their performance on various tracks. Ferrucci's contributions have been pivotal, as he secured a career-best third-place finish at the Indianapolis 500 and has consistently performed well on road and street courses. Team president Larry Foyt expressed confidence in the pairing of Ferrucci and Malukas, highlighting their strong rapport developed over the past two seasons. This continuity is seen as vital for the team's future success, especially since AJ Foyt Racing has not placed a car in the top-10 of the final standings since 2002. Ferrucci himself acknowledged the hard work and dedication of the entire team, emphasizing his commitment to the program and the desire to continue building on their recent successes. The upcoming season presents an opportunity for the team to compete more effectively for championships and potentially win the Indianapolis 500, thanks to their improved performance and strategic partnerships.