HAILIE DEEGAN Ready for INDYNXT Debut After NASCAR Exit at St. Petersburg

February 25, 2025

• HAILIE DEEGAN is making the jump to open-wheel racing with INDYNXT after her NASCAR partnership with AM Racing ended following 17 races in 2024. The 23-year-old former stock car driver signed with HMD Motorsports for the 2025 season, marking a significant career pivot from trucks and Xfinity Series competition.
• DEEGAN is deep in preparation mode for her series debut at the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg on March 2, sharing workout sessions and simulator time on social media. She’s been participating in multiple two-day testing sessions to adapt from stock cars to the technical demands of open-wheel racing.
• The California-born driver expressed genuine excitement about this career reset, telling INDYNXT media she’s “having a blast” learning the new racing format. After losing her NASCAR ride due to sponsorship issues and disappointing results, DEEGAN found a fresh opportunity in IndyCar’s developmental ladder where she can rebuild and develop new skills.

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