Kyle Kirkwood
Profilul Pilotului
- Nume complet în engleză: Kyle Kirkwood
- Naționalitate: Statele Unite
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- Echipă recentă: N/A
- Podiumuri totale: 0 (🏆 0 / 🥈 0 / 🥉 0)
- Total curse: 0
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Prezentare Generală a Cursantului
Kyle MacLean Kirkwood, born on October 19, 1998, is a rising star in American auto racing. Hailing from Jupiter, Florida, Kirkwood currently pilots the No. 27 Andretti Autosport car in the IndyCar Series. His journey to IndyCar success is marked by a consistent string of championship wins across various racing categories. Kirkwood's early career was distinguished by karting success, leading to multiple titles. Transitioning to formula cars, he dominated the 2017 Formula 4 United States Championship with Cape Motorsports, securing nine victories.
Kirkwood's dominance continued as he progressed through the Road to Indy program. He claimed the USF2000 title in 2018, followed by the Indy Pro 2000 Championship in 2019 and the Indy Lights Championship in 2021. These achievements highlighted his exceptional talent and adaptability.
In 2022, Kirkwood joined A. J. Foyt Enterprises in the IndyCar Series before moving to Andretti Autosport in 2023, replacing Alexander Rossi. His first IndyCar victory came at the 2023 Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, followed by a second win at the 2023 Big Machine Music City Grand Prix. Beyond IndyCar, Kirkwood co-drives the No. 14 factory Lexus for Vasser Sullivan Racing in IMSA's endurance races. Off the track, he enjoys deep-sea fishing, diving, surfing, and golf, demonstrating a commitment to constant self-improvement in all aspects of his life.