Rinus VeeKay won’t return to Dale Coyne Racing in 2026

Originally of the yr, Rinus VeeKay was one of many final drivers to safe a full-time seat for the season forward. After a number of years with Ed Carpenter Racing, the Dutchman joined forces with Dale Coyne Racing for 2025.

Nonetheless, that partnership has come to an finish after only one yr, as confirmed by VeeKay himself on social media.

„I need to thank Dale Coyne Racing and particularly Dale and Gail for the chance they gave me to re-establish myself in 2025,“ stated VeeKay. „This yr was genuinely probably the most pleasing yr in my profession as an IndyCar driver. Particularly huge due to Renato, JC, Nico, Carlo, Brennan, John, Ryan, Matthew, Conner, Ed and Michael, Carrie and Michele for giving your greatest effort each single session because the 18 crew. This season and its classes will stick with me ceaselessly.“

Rinus Veekay, Dale Coyne Racing

Picture by: Penske Leisure

Driving the flagship No. 18 for DCR, VeeKay positioned 14th within the last championship standings. He scored one podium, ending a formidable second at Toronto. His yr additionally included a tense Month of Might, the place he secured the thirty third and last spot on the grid for the Indy 500, beating teammate Jacob Abel.

Foolish Season is already working a full pace for IndyCar, as Tuesday additionally introduced with it the information that Will Energy and Group Penske have parted methods. The duo spent 17 years collectively, profitable 42 races and two championships.

As for VeeKay, he has not but introduced his 2026 plans, however he’s anticipated to stay on the grid subsequent season. He’s a confirmed race winner (Indy GP 2021) and a veteran of six Indy 500s, the place he has three high tens. Of their last race collectively at Nashville, VeeKay began twenty sixth, however made his manner as much as thirteenth by the point the checkered flag flew.

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