IndyCar News

IndyCar driver Robert Wickens has thanked fans and well-wishers for the support he has received as he continues his recovery from injury.

Schmidt Peterson Motorsports has revealed further details regarding the injuries sustained by Robert Wickens in the IndyCar race at Pocono Raceway last month, but a full diagnosis of his spinal cord injury could still be "weeks or months" away, according to his doctors.

Fernando Alonso enjoyed a "special" maiden Indy car test on a road course on Wednesday with Andretti Autosport, completing running at Barber Motorsports Park as momentum gathers for a potential move into IndyCar for 2019.

Circuit of the Americas will host its maiden IndyCar round as the 2019 race calendar is revealed.

Robert Wickens has been transferred to a hospital close to his Indianapolis home as he continues his recovery from injuries he sustained in a huge IndyCar crash. 

Robert Wickens is breathing without medical assistance for the first time since sustaining multiple injuries in an IndyCar crash at Pocono Raceway six days ago, allowing the Canadian to talk with his family.

Robert Wickens has undergone further surgeries late this week following his crash during the ABC Supply 500 IndyCar race at Pocono Raceway on Sunday, having suffered injuries to his right arm, lower extremities and spinal cord.

Schmidt Peterson Motorsports has confirmed it will cut back to a one-car entry for the Bommarito 500 IndyCar race at Gateway Motorsports Park this weekend following Robert Wickens’ crash at Pocono.

Robert Wickens is in a stable condition after undergoing surgery for a spinal cord injury sustained in an accident at the ABC Supply 500 IndyCar race at Pocono on Sunday.

Robert Wickens has undergone surgery on his spine following his injuries sustained in a horrific crash at last weekend’s IndyCar round at Pocono Raceway.

Robert Wickens is set to undergo surgery following his horrific crash in the ABC Supply 500 IndyCar race at Pocono Raceway which saw the Canadian involved in a multi-car incident and was airlifted to hospital.

Robert Wickens is confirmed to be "awake and alert" following a multi-car accident on the opening lap of the ABC Supply 500 IndyCar race at Pocono Raceway on Sunday, with the Canadian driver being airlifted to hospital for further evaluations.

Santino Ferrucci will return to the Verizon IndyCar Series with Dale Coyne Racing for the final two races of the 2018 season at Portland and Sonoma following the team's decision to expand to a three-car entry.

IndyCar chief Mark Miles says McLaren is working on a full-time entry to the series with two-time Formula 1 world champion Fernando Alonso in 2019.

Scott Dixon has ended speculation about his future in the Verizon IndyCar Series by signing a multi-year contract extension with Chip Ganassi Racing, continuing his long-running relationship with the team.

Josef Newgarden surged to his fourth pole position of the Verizon IndyCar Series season after topping qualifying in Toronto on Saturday, edging out title rival Scott Dixon by almost two-tenths of a second.

McLaren is yet to decide on a potential IndyCar entry for the 2019 season, but remains “laser focused” on its Formula 1 interests following a management reshuffle announced earlier this week.

IndyCar heavyweights Scott Dixon and Tony Kanaan would both welcome Fernando Alonso’s potential move to the US series but highlight a number of hurdles the Spaniard will need to navigate including a possible salary cut.

Newly-crowned 24 Hours of Le Mans winner Fernando Alonso admits a full-time switch into IndyCar is a “very attractive target” in his quest to win motorsport’s ‘Triple Crown’. 

McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown says an IndyCar programme in 2019 is "looking favourable" for the British team, but no decision will be taken until it completes its due diligence process over the coming weeks and months.

Team Penske driver Will Power took home more than $2.5 million following his victory in the 102nd Indianapolis 500 on Sunday, as revealed following the publication of the full prize money list on Monday night.

Will Power charged to his maiden Indianapolis 500 victory on Sunday after overcoming Ed Carpenter in a race-long battle before reclaiming the lead in the closing stages after Stefan Wilson and Jack Harvey attempted to fuel save their way to an unlikely victory.

Tony Kanaan closed out practice for the 102nd Indianapolis 500 at the top of the timesheets during the traditional 'Carb Day' running at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Friday, giving AJ Foyt Racing a boost ahead of Sunday's race.

McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown has confirmed that an IndyCar programme remains "under review" as the team looks to expand its racing interests in the near future, with 2003 Indianapolis 500 winner Gil de Ferran joining as an advisor to aid the process.