Kyle Kirkwood in the No.27 AutoNation Andretti Global Honda is looking forward to INDYCAR’S return to racing this weekend at the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach which holds a special place in his heart.
Kirkwood is the defending race winner at the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach and looking ahead to the race weekend he says:
“I’m looking forward to getting back to Long Beach this weekend. This track holds a special place in my heart after I got my first win there last year, and historically, it’s also one of the best races for Andretti. In 2023, we were able to record a 1-2-4 finish as a team, and the ultimate goal would be to do even better this year. The atmosphere is always great in Long Beach, and I cannot wait to see what the AutoNation Honda can do this weekend.
Marcus Ericsson in the No.28 Delaware Life Honda is looking forward to Long Beach saying:
“I love street courses, and Long Beach is a highlight of the season. It is a very historic race that I have had success at over the years. Last year, I finished on the podium and Andretti also had a strong showing sweeping the pole and the race win. I’m looking forward to getting back there in the Delaware Life Honda.”
Colton Herta in the No.26 Gainbridge Honda is looking forward to his home race this weekend saying:
It’s great to be back home in Southern California for another Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach. It’s the race that made me fall in love with INDYCAR racing, so I really look forward to coming back each year. In 2021, I was able to get a win on the Streets of Long Beach, so hopefully we can look to get another victory in the No. 26 this weekend.”
Rob Edwards, Chief Operating Officer with Andretti Global said:
“It has been a while since our last race, so we’re looking forward to taking on the Streets of Long Beach this weekend. The Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach is an event that has been good to the Andretti family and the Andretti Global race teams. Last year was quite a memorable race for us, and we’re looking to do even better as a team this year.”