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HMD Motorsports signs Leonardo Escorpioni to 2027 Indy NXT roster

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 2:49 PM

Last updated Oct 27, 2026

HMD Motorsports signs Leonardo Escorpioni to 2027 Indy NXT roster

Summary

HMD Motorsports has confirmed the signing of 16-year-old Brazilian-American driver Leonardo Escorpioni to its 2027 Indy NXT by Firestone lineup. Escorpioni's promotion to Indy NXT follows a season as the team's official Junior Driver in 2026, during which he gained valuable experience and familiarity with the organization. His track record in the open-wheel racing category has established him as a promising talent. The team anticipates Escorpioni contributing significantly in the coming season.

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Key Details

•Leonardo Escorpioni promoted from Junior Driver to Indy NXT.
•He is 16 years old and has Brazilian-American heritage.
•Escorpioni had an official role with HMD in 2026.
•HMD Motorsports aims for strong performance in the 2027 season.

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2:49 PMMotorsport.com — HMD Motorsports confirms Leonardo Escorpioni to 2027 Indy NXT roster

What they're saying

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HMD Motorsports has officially signed 16-year-old Brazilian-American driver Leonardo Escorpioni to its 2027 Indy NXT by Firestone lineup. Escorpioni's promotion comes after serving as the team's official Junior Driver throughout the 2026 season. The young talent moves up into Indy NXT bringing both valuable familiarity with the team and a strong track record across the open-wheel ladder as he ...Keep reading
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