AJ Foyt Racing will expand to a third car for the 2022 IndyCar season and field former Sauber test driver Tatiana Calderon at 12 of this year’s races.
Calderon will join full-time drivers Dalton Kellet and fellow rookie Kyle Kirkwood. The cars driven by Kirkwood and Calderon will be sponsored by technology brand Rokit.
The third Foyt entry will be driven by Calderon at the 12 road and street events on this year’s calendar. No AJ Foyt Racing driver has yet been announced for the five oval races, including the Indianapolis 500.
“Ever since I started my single seater career in the United States 11 years ago IndyCar has been a reference for me and it’s a dream come true to be on the grid this year,” said Calderon, who tested for the team at Mid-Ohio last July.
“I can’t wait to get to St. Petersburg for the first race of the season. I’m well aware of the challenge ahead, but this is the chance of a lifetime and I’m keen on making the most of it.”
Calderon won a series of…