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JM Bullion Fuels Andretti Global’s Charge with Expanded Partnership
JM Bullion is stepping up its commitment to the thrilling world of motorsports, announcing an expanded partnership with andretti Global. The precious metals dealer will continue its sponsorship of Kyle Kirkwood’s No. 27 Honda, extending its presence to upcoming races at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca and the BitNile.com Grand Prix of Portland.
This exciting collaboration saw JM bullion make its debut as a sponsor for Kirkwood’s No. 27 Honda at the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto last weekend. Kirkwood showcased a strong performance,securing a sixth-place finish after starting in the same position. The momentum from Toronto is clearly carrying forward, with JM Bullion’s continued support underscoring a shared drive for success.
Kirkwood and Andretti Global Set Sights on Laguna Seca and Portland
The expanded partnership means JM Bullion will be trackside for the crucial races at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca this weekend and the BitNile.com Grand Prix of Portland on August 10th.Kirkwood has been showing promising pace, clocking in as seventh-fastest on Friday, signaling his readiness to contend for top positions.
Key Insights and Weekend Schedule
As the NTT INDYCAR SERIES gears up for another action-packed weekend, here’s what you need to know:
Saturday’s Action: The track will be buzzing on Saturday with practice sessions kicking off at 11:30 a.m. ET, followed by the highly anticipated NTT P1 Award qualifying at 2:30 p.m. ET. You can catch all the excitement live on FS1, the FOX Sports app, and the INDYCAR Radio Network.
Laguna Seca’s Qualifying Advantage: History at Laguna Seca suggests that starting position is paramount. A remarkable 23 out of the 27 NTT INDYCAR SERIES races held at this iconic circuit have been won from a top-three starting spot. Since the series’ return in 2019, winners have started from first, first, eleventh, eleventh, and first, highlighting the critical importance of qualifying.
Driver spotlights: Last year, Alex Palou demonstrated the power of a strong qualifying run, securing pole position and converting it into a race win after being third quickest in practice. This year, Marcus Armstrong (no. 66 siriusxm/Root Insurance Honda) is also showing impressive form, finishing third on Friday. Armstrong boasts four top-seven finishes on natural road courses in 2025 and has achieved seven top-10 finishes in his last nine races making him one to watch.
Broadcast Insights: For those looking to dive deeper into the INDY NXT action,Arrow McLaren driver Christian Lundgaard will serve as the analyst for Saturday’s 35-lap race,with Andretti INDY NXT Team Principal Rob Edwards joining for Sunday’s coverage. Both will be part of the FOX Sports INDY NXT by Firestone broadcast.
With JM Bullion’s expanded support, Kyle Kirkwood and Andretti Global are poised for a strong showing as they navigate the challenges of laguna Seca and Portland. We’ll be keeping a close eye on their progress!
