Indy NXT champion Louis Foster is relishing his recent triumph as he sets his sights on a future in IndyCar.
With seven wins out of 13 races this season, the Andretti Global driver clinched the title after a victorious run at the Milwaukee 100. His success secures him a prize of $850,000 (£645,532), earmarked for participation in an oval test, the Indianapolis 500 rookie orientation, and one additional IndyCar race in 2025.
Reflecting on his season, Foster shared, “I’d love to keep winning. Moving up to the big leagues next year will definitely make victories harder to achieve. This might be my last season where I can win frequently.”
IndyCar hasn’t seen a rookie winner since Colton Herta in 2019, and no rookie has won an oval race since 2016. Foster, however, remains undefeated on ovals this season, attributing his success not to individual brilliance but to team collaboration.
“Team chemistry is crucial on ovals,” Foster explained. “Andretti is a fantastic group, and we work hard together to figure things out.”
Fresh off his championship victory, Foster reiterated his passion: “I love winning, but losing hurts even more.”
“We faced some challenges early in the season, but we stayed focused and kept pushing forward. I’m beyond thrilled.”
As the fourth Andretti driver to claim the Indy Lights title, Foster praised the team’s influence, especially their close ties to IndyCar. “Being part of Andretti has been incredible. They’ve worked closely with me, and I’ve had the privilege of standing on Colton’s pit stand every weekend,” he said.
Foster also highlighted the mental growth he experienced this season, crediting his father, former touring car racer Nick Foster, for helping him stay composed. “Last year, I made some rookie mistakes from being too hotheaded. This year, I’ve learned to keep calm and see the bigger picture.”
Despite discussions with IndyCar teams, Foster has yet to secure a deal ahead of next weekend’s season finale at Nashville Superspeedway. “I’m hopeful that something will materialize around Nashville or shortly after. I’ve done everything I can this season to show I’m ready for an IndyCar seat.”
Foster remains optimistic about his chances but acknowledges the difficulty of breaking into IndyCar. When asked if his performance this season sent a message to IndyCar teams, he confidently responded, “I think we’ve already made our statement. Seven wins this year—it’s enough of a statement.”
