Hailie Deegan, a rising star in the world of motorsports, is set to make a significant transition in her career in 2025. The 23-year-old, known for her impressive performances in stock car racing, will be shifting gears to compete in open-wheel cars for a full 14-race season in Indy NXT, a developmental series for IndyCar.
Deegan, the daughter of renowned action sports star Brian Deegan, has already made a name for herself in NASCAR, competing in three seasons in the truck series and driving in the Xfinity Series in the first half of 2024. Despite her early success as a rookie in ARCA in 2020, finishing third in the standings, Deegan has faced challenges in the past four years, with only five top-10 finishes in 85 starts in NASCAR national series events.
Expressing her excitement about the upcoming opportunity, Deegan stated in a news release, “I am excited about the opportunity and look forward to working with a proven program in HMD Motorsports. I have much to learn, but I am ready to go.” She emphasized her eagerness to absorb knowledge from the experienced team at HMD Motorsports before her race debut scheduled for March in St. Petersburg.
Deegan has already undergone several test sessions with the team to prepare for her transition to open-wheel racing. Her inaugural race in the open-wheel category will take place later this month in the Formula Regional Americas race at the prestigious Circuit of the Americas.
Mike Maurini, the President of HMD Motorsports, expressed his enthusiasm for welcoming Deegan and the Deegan name into their racing family. He commended Deegan for her dedication to the sport and her serious approach to the new challenge of open-wheel racing.
The upcoming 2025 Indy NXT season, featuring Deegan’s debut in open-wheel racing, will be broadcast on FOX Sports, with the majority of races airing on FS1 and the remaining on FS2. This move to televise the entire season highlights the growing popularity and anticipation surrounding Deegan’s transition and her potential impact on the open-wheel racing scene.
Bob Pockrass, a seasoned journalist covering NASCAR for FOX Sports, has closely followed Deegan’s journey and will continue to provide insights and updates on her progress in the Indy NXT series. With a wealth of experience in motorsports journalism, including extensive coverage of Daytona 500 events, Pockrass remains a trusted source for racing enthusiasts looking to stay informed on the latest developments in the industry.
As Deegan prepares to embark on this new chapter in her racing career, fans and spectators alike eagerly await her debut in the open-wheel arena, anticipating the excitement and challenges that lie ahead.
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