De Tullio joins Foyt team for Indy NXT

AJ Foyt Racing has signed 19-year-old Alessandro De Tullio to the first of its two Indy NXT entries run by HMD Motorsports.

"I am very excited to join AJ Foyt Racing for the 2026 Indy NXT by Firestone season,” De Tullio said. “This is an amazing opportunity to take the next step in my career with such a respected and historic team. I’ve learned a lot, especially last year in USF Pro 2000, and I’m ready to apply that experience as I continue pushing myself to improve. I can’t wait to get started with the team and show what we can accomplish together.”

De Tullio lands in the No. 14 Foyt entry after placing fourth in the USF Pro 2000 championship.

“Alessandro has shown impressive pace and determination throughout his career so far,” said team president Larry Foyt said of the young Floridian. “He’s proven he can adapt quickly and deliver results, which is exactly what we look for in a young driver. We’re excited to have him join the AJ Foyt Racing family and look forward to helping him develop in Indy NXT.”