Jacob Abel will be partnering with Texas Roadhouse for the NTT IndyCar Series’ 2026 Indianapolis 500 in his family-owned No. 51, the team announced May 15.
Abel is attempting to make his first Indy 500.
Abel Motorsports makes its return to the event since it qualified for the race in 2023 with RC Enerson, and with only 33 entries for this year’s race, Abel is on track to make his Indy 500 debut with his family-run team.
“I’m honored to represent Texas Roadhouse in this years Indianapolis 500, it’s very special to have a fellow Louisville, Ky., company supporting me in this journey,” Abel said in a team release. “Can’t thank everyone at Texas Roadhouse enough, and looking forward to making them proud.”
“It’s really cool to have another company in Louisville want to support a fellow Louisvillian, and we as a group can’t wait to build upon this relationship and share some incredible experiences together this May,” team owner Bill Abel added.
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