Dreyer and Reinbold Racing with Cusick Motorsports announced on Wednesday, ahead of next week’s open Indy 500 test at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, that Wedbush Securities will serve as Ryan Hunter-Reay’s primary sponsor for the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge next month. The financial services leader will sponsor the No.23 Chevrolet for the Greatest Spectacle In Racing.
Gary Wedbush, CEO and President of Wedbush Securities, commented on today’s announcement saying:
We know that success depends on partnering with the most skilled and passionate teams. As Wedbush celebrates 70 years, we’re proud to partner with Dreyer & Reinbold Racing who, like us, is rooted in both legacy and innovation. Our teams share the grit that drives a winning culture
DRR with Cusick Motorsports co-owner Dennis Reinbold says:
“We are extremely excited to bring Wedbush to the Indy 500 with former champion Ryan Hunter-Reay. “Our goal is to put Ryan, DRR/Cusick Motorsports and Wedbush in the winner’s circle of the most famous race in the world. We want Wedbush to experience the thrill of victory in the Indy 500.”
Hunter-Reay who won the Greatest Spectacle In Racing in 2014 with Andretti Global,, will make his 17th career start in the Indianapolis 500 next month and speaking about the news he said:
“To bring Wedbush to the Indy 500 this year is exciting for the DRR/Cusick Motorsports team,. “We all have the same agenda. That’s to win the Indy 500. We’re not there simply to participate. This is an incredible team with excellent staff and great preparation. I’m ready to go.”
Dreyer and Reinbold Racing will field two cars for the Indianapolis 500 with Ryan Hunter-Reay in the No.23 Wedbush Chevrolet while Jack Harvey will drive the No.24 INVST Chevrolet.