Colton Herta supports IndyCar race in Mexico following O'Ward's call
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 6:44 PM
Last updated Nov 5, 2026
Colton Herta expressed strong backing for an IndyCar event in Mexico, aligning with Pato O'Ward's vision for the race. As IndyCar prepares for a showcase in Barcelona, O'Ward highlighted the need for committed stakeholders to foster the event in his home country. Herta emphasized the potential popularity of an IndyCar race in Mexico, citing O'Ward’s appeal and the unique technical aspects of the local track. Herta, currently involved in both IndyCar and Formula 2, sees an international presence as beneficial for the sport’s growth. The series is actively exploring opportunities for expansion beyond traditional markets.
- •Colton Herta supports a future IndyCar race in Mexico.
- •Pato O'Ward highlights promotional challenges for local events.
- •IndyCar will showcase in Barcelona soon.
- •Herta believes the racing experience could be exceptional in Mexico.
- •Efforts are underway to grow IndyCar's international footprint.
- 6:44 PMYahoo Sports — Colton Herta backs Mexico IndyCar race following Pato O’Ward promoter callout
- 6:44 PMMotorsport.com — Colton Herta backs Mexico IndyCar race following Pato O’Ward promoter callout
"As the IndyCar Series prepares to head overseas for its newly announced international showcase in Barcelona, enthusiasm for taking the American open-wheel championship even further abroad is gathering momentum - especially among the drivers themselves. The prospect of a future IndyCar round in Mexico has long been a hot topic in the paddock, with Arrow McLaren’s Pato O’Ward, a native of ...Keep reading
"Echoing O'Ward's call for passionate stakeholder commitment, Cadillac F1’s test driver voices strong support for taking the American open-wheel championship further south
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 5, 2026, 6:44 PMColton Herta backs Mexico IndyCar race following Pato O’Ward promoter callout
Echoing O'Ward's call for passionate stakeholder commitment, Cadillac F1’s test driver voices strong support for taking the American open-wheel championship further south
- Motorsport.comNov 5, 2026, 6:44 PMColton Herta backs Mexico IndyCar race following Pato O’Ward promoter callout
As the IndyCar Series prepares to head overseas for its newly announced international showcase in Barcelona, enthusiasm for taking the American open-wheel championship even further abroad is gathering momentum - especially among the drivers themselves. The prospect of a future IndyCar round in Mexico has long been a hot topic in the paddock, with Arrow McLaren’s Pato O’Ward, a native of ...Keep reading
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