Nico Varrone Aims for IndyCar ReturnNico Varrone Aims for IndyCar Return Nico Varrone, a two-time 24 Hours of Le Mans winner, is determined to revive his open-wheel racing career. The Argentinian driver has achieved significant success in sports cars but yearns to compete in IndyCar. Varrone’s career began in karting, where he excelled before moving to Europe to pursue single-seater racing. He impressed in Formula Renault V de V, winning the championship in his debut season. However, financial limitations hindered his progress in British Formula 3. Undeterred, Varrone found success in GT and LMP3 before making his mark in LMP2. He triumphed at the 2023 Rolex 24 At Daytona and Le Mans, earning the title of class champion. Despite his achievements, Varrone’s goal remained IndyCar, inspired by legends like Scott Dixon. Agustin Canapino, another Argentinian driver, serves as a role model for Varrone, showing that talent can overcome the lack of a traditional open-wheel background. Varrone believes in his ability and draws inspiration from Dixon’s journey. To secure an IndyCar opportunity, Varrone is actively seeking funding for testing. He has already made contact with three IndyCar teams and hopes to race in 2023. Elton Julian, former IndyCar team owner, acknowledges Varrone’s potential after observing his performance at Watkins Glen. However, Varrone recognizes the need to prove himself in the American open-wheel scene and attract sponsors. Varrone and his team are vigorously pursuing sponsorships and have received interest from potential investors. A test drive opportunity would be crucial in showcasing his skills and securing further investment. With the necessary support and a favorable turn of events, Varrone is determined to fulfill his lifelong dream of competing in IndyCar and leaving an unforgettable mark on the sport.
Two-time 24 Hours of Le Mans winner Nico Varrone is looking to continue his career in open-wheel racing. Growing up in Argentina, Varrone always dreamed of reaching the top of the sport. Following in the footsteps of recent success stories such as Colin Braun, Toby Sowery and Hunter McElrea, the 23-year-old is using his impressive results in sports cars as a springboard to return to open-wheel racing.
Varrone, originally from Buenos Aires, made his name in karting before moving to Europe as a teenager to pursue his passion for single-seater racing. He quickly made an impression by winning the Formula Renault V de V championship in his debut season. Despite financial constraints, Varrone managed to take a win at Spa in the British Formula 3 Championship with underdog team Hillspeed. However, his funding ran out, forcing him to explore other opportunities.
Varrone found success in GT and LMP3 competition before making his mark in LMP2, taking victory at the 2023 Rolex 24 At Daytona and following this up with a win at Le Mans, where he also set the fastest lap in his class at the Six Hours of The Glen. Despite his achievements in sportscars, Varrone’s ultimate goal was always to race in IndyCar, inspired by the likes of Scott Dixon and Helio Castroneves.
Agustin Canapino, another Argentinian driver, is a testament to the potential of talent to overcome the lack of a traditional open-wheel background. Varrone looks up to Dixon as his racing hero and draws inspiration from his journey. The first step for Varrone is to secure the necessary funding for testing, which he is actively pursuing with his manager. They have already been in contact with three IndyCar teams and hope to secure a few racing opportunities next year.
Former IndyCar team owner and DragonSpeed founder Elton Julian was impressed with Varrone’s performance at Watkins Glen. Julian believes Varrone has the skills and pace needed to succeed in IndyCar, as demonstrated by his time in the team’s ORECA 07-Gibson entry. However, Varrone acknowledges that he needs to prove himself within the American open-wheel scene and attract sponsors before he can secure a race seat.
Varrone and his team are actively working to secure sponsors and have received interest from potential investors. A test drive opportunity would be ideal to showcase Varrone’s skills and attract further investment. With the right support and a favorable situation, Varrone is determined to make his mark on IndyCar and fulfill his lifelong dream.
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