Juncos Hollinger Racing has confirmed Alexander Koreiba as the final entry for the 24-car Indy NXT 2026 grid, set to debut this weekend on the streets of St. Petersburg. Koreiba is shifting his career trajectory from prototype sportscar racing to the open-wheel Indy NXT series, signaling a significant transition.
Koreiba’s Racing Background and Recent Achievements
The 28-year-old American driver brings some single-seater experience, having competed in the Lucas Oil Formula Car Race Series in 2018 and a brief stint in the U.S. Formula 4 Championship three years later. However, the majority of his recent racing career has focused on LMP3 prototypes. In 2022, Koreiba was runner-up in the IMSA Prototype Challenge and made his IMSA debut the following year. Additionally, two years ago he secured a pro-am class victory in Historic Sportscar Racing’s IMSA-affiliated Prototype Challenge.
Driver and Team Reactions to the Indy NXT Opportunity
“This is a dream come true, and to do it with an organisation of this calibre makes it even more meaningful,”
Koreiba said about joining Indy NXT.
Ricardo Juncos, co-owner of Juncos Hollinger Racing, praised the addition, stating that Koreiba
“brings a championship mindset and a relentless work ethic that aligns with our goals as an organisation.”
Testing and Preparation Leading Up to the Season
Recently, Koreiba and his team participated in a two-day test at the Miami circuit, known for hosting Formula 1 events, although they used a shortened version of the layout. During the session, Koreiba’s teammate Ricardo Escotto set the fastest lap on the final attempt, with Koreiba finishing fourth overall. Meanwhile, Andretti Global’s Lochie Hughes, the top returning driver who finished third in the 2025 season, placed eighth and commented on adjusting to the new gearbox introduced this year.
Implications of Koreiba’s Inclusion on the Indy NXT 2026 Grid
Koreiba’s entry completes a full 24-car field for the opening race, enhancing competition and bringing a fresh perspective from prototype racing into Indy NXT. His inclusion also reflects Juncos Hollinger Racing’s focus on combining experience and ambition to contend for championships. As the series advances, fans can expect Koreiba to adapt to open-wheel dynamics, while his teammates and competitors prepare for a tightly contested season beginning in St. Petersburg.
