Yahoo Autos Andretti confirms IndyCar test for Chadwick
Indy NXT race winner Jamie Chadwick will make her NTT IndyCar Series debut in September with a test for her Andretti Global team. The Briton is set to turn her first laps in an Indy car at Barber Motorsports Park as part of her ongoing preparation for a move to IndyCar at some point in the coming years.
“I’m incredibly excited to be testing in IndyCar for the first time with Andretti Global at Barber Motorsports Park later this year,” the three-time W Series champion said. “I want to say a huge thank you to the team for this opportunity. It is for sure one I am going to relish. The NTT IndyCar Series remains my goal, so I cannot wait to learn as much as possible on that day at one of the most demanding tracks on the calendar.”
The 26-year-old is among a few strong NXT prospects within Andretti Global, including championship leader Louis Foster.
“It’s been a pleasure watching Jamie grow as a driver in our Indy NXT program,” said team owner Michael Andretti. “The work she put in during the winter after her rookie season is obvious, and we’ve been impressed with the progress she’s made. The Indy NXT field is really competitive this year and what Jamie has been able to do is a testament to the level of skill and potential she has. We believe in rewarding hard work and results and are excited to give her this opportunity. We’re all looking forward to seeing what she can do in September.”
