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IndyCar potential Barcelona guest driver entry

Overview

Penske Entertainment is evaluating the possibility of relaxing its standard 25-car field limit to accommodate a local guest driver for the IndyCar race at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in July 2027. IndyCar president Doug Boles has confirmed that while the organization intends to maintain a 25-car limit for most races, the option for guest entries is being discussed internally.

Fernando Alonso has emerged as a primary candidate for this guest position. Five-time IndyCar champion Alex Palou has formally recommended Alonso, citing his previous experience in the Indianapolis 500 as a key qualification. Alonso has already expressed support for the series expanding to the Spanish circuit.

Entities

IndyCar · Fernando Alonso · Alex Palou · Penske Entertainment · Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Fernando Alonso proposed for IndyCar Barcelona guest appearance

    Fernando Alonso is a top candidate for a guest driver spot at the 2027 IndyCar race in Barcelona, as organizers consider expanding the field limit.

  2. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    IndyCar considers Fernando Alonso for Barcelona guest entry

    IndyCar is considering relaxing its car limit to allow a guest driver, such as Fernando Alonso, for its upcoming Barcelona race.

Sources

autoracing1.com · footballchannel.jp · motorsport.nextgen-auto.com · topnews.jp