Connor Daly has announced his signing with Juncos Hollinger Racing for the 2025 IndyCar season. The 33-year-old struggled to secure a full-time sponsorship deal with a partner during the off-season. When Daley announced his contract, he came out and reflected on his chaotic offseason.
Daly shared his thoughts on working with JHR for the upcoming IndyCar season on X (formerly Twitter). He wrote:
“This offseason has been amazing and I’m so grateful for the chance to finally be back and compete full-time in the @IndyCar Series! I love this @juncoshollinger team and together we can do so much I can’t wait to get back to work in 2025! @TeamChevy #indycar”
Conor Daly’s last full-time IndyCar season was in 2022 with Ed Carpenter Racing. He drove part-time during the 2023 and 2024 seasons. The 33-year-old has secured a 2024 Indy 500 drive for Dreyer & Reinbold Racing. Daley was then given the opportunity to replace Agustin Canapino at JHR midway through the 2024 IndyCar season.
The American’s best result while participating in the 2024 JHR was a podium finish in the first race at the Milwaukee Mile. JHR previously announced that Sting Ray Robb would partner Daly with the team for the 2025 IndyCar season. JHR owner Ricardo Juncos spoke highly of the 33-year-old. Juncos said (via IndyCar)
“When Conor rejoined us last year, it felt like we were able to pick up smoothly where we left off in 2010. We are excited to have him back in the car full-time in 2025. Now, both seats are filled and the team is shining like a laser.” – Juncos Hollinger Racing is focused on building momentum and delivering outstanding performances throughout the year as we aim for a great season ahead. . ”
Daley previously drove as part of Ricardo Juncos’ team in the Star Mazda Championship during the 2010 season and was that year’s championship winner.
‘One of the most difficult off-seasons’ – Conor Daly details his struggle to find sponsors
Connor Daly reportedly asked his sponsor, blockchain technology community Polkadot, for a $7.5 million sponsorship. However, his appeal was dismissed. The American is currently asking for $3 million from sponsorship. Due to a lack of sponsorship funds, the daily was forced to make adjustments. JHR driver said (via IndyStar)
“It’s been one of the most difficult offseasons I’ve ever had, and I’ve been through a lot. Last year, I thought I was only going to get the (Dreyer and Reinbold Racing) 500. This literally feels like do-or-die. I have no income and I have no idea what’s going on and I’m just frustrated.”
Daly’s deal is the final piece of the puzzle for the 2025 season, as JHR had already announced the signing of Sting Ray Robb as another driver and former F1 engineer David Brown as technical director. It became.
Edited by Ishaan Tiwary
