Santino Ferrucci's skill set has noticeably evolved in the last few years, and it's not just owed to his time in the IndyCar series, or even overseas. The 26-year-old will tell you his offseason pursuits on dirt have really broadened his abilities, which translated into some incredible fights to top finishes in the 2024 season. It's that progression that continues to entice the young driver to return to the Chili Bowl Nationals.
Running for its 39th year, the most renowned event in all of midget car racing blends the the best from the USAC (United States Auto Club) scene with NASCAR Cup Series stars like past Chili Bowl winners Christopher Bell and Kyle Larson, with Ferrucci the lone full-time IndyCar representative. Ferrucci is making his fifth appearance in the event, this time in the No. 16 entry with Abacus Racing. Katherine Legge, who made seven IndyCar starts last year with Dale Coyne Racing, is making her Chili Bowl debut as Ferrucci’s teammate in the No. 12 entry.
