Hailie Deegan Joins IndyCar from NASCAR

Hailie Deegan, the only female driver in NASCAR, recently parted ways with AM Racing after struggling in the Xfinity Series, where she failed to achieve better than a 12th place finish in 17 races. This transition follows her earlier success in the K&N Pro Series and Craftsman Truck Series, raising questions about her decline in performance as she moved up the ranks. Deegan is now set to join HMD Motorsports in the IndyCar NXT Series, where she hopes to leverage her substantial fanbase and marketing potential. She expressed relief about the more manageable schedule in IndyCar, which allows her more time to focus on personal growth. Despite her challenges in NASCAR, including a demanding race schedule and pressure to perform, Deegan remains optimistic about her future in open-wheel racing. Her departure is seen as a significant loss for NASCAR, especially given her popularity and sponsorship value.