HMD Motorsports announced Oct. 29 it has signed Australian Jack Beeton as one of its four drivers in the 2026 INDY NXT by Firestone season.
Beeton, 17, brings European open-wheel experience to the team as he makes his debut in the United States and launches his career in the INDYCAR development series.
“I’m excited to join HMD Motorsports and take the next step in my career,” Beeton said. “Competing in the INDY NXT by Firestone series will be an important challenge, and I’m looking forward to gaining experience and building on the open-wheel success I’ve had so far. The team has already made me feel at home, and I can’t wait to get started.”
Beeton arrives following a standout rookie season with Prema Racing in the Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine (FRECA), including multiple podiums and a race win. Beeton’s career highlights include a runner-up finish in the Italian F4 Championship and a title in the Formula 4 South East Asia Championship.
“Jack showed impressive pace during his first outing with us at the Driver Evaluation Autobahn Test,” HMD Motorsports Team President Mike Maurini said. “Jack is a proven race winner at every level of his motorsports journey, and he has a bright career ahead of him. He has already shown the focus and determination needed to take on this challenge, and we’re confident in his ability to continue learning and developing with the team.”
Beeton first tested with HMD Motorsports during an INDY NXT driver evaluation in September at Autobahn Country Club and participated with the team in the Chris Griffis Memorial Test on Oct. 27 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course (photo, above). He will next test Nov. 10 at Barber Motorsports Park.
The 2026 INDY NXT by Firestone season starts Sunday, March 1 on the streets of St. Petersburg.
