Dalton Kellett will not be back full-time with A.J. Foyt Racing in 2023.
Kellett, 29, released a statement on social media Tuesday, stating he would not be competing with the team in the upcoming NTT IndyCar Series season.
“I have made the decision not to continue with A.J. Foyt Racing in the No. 4 Chevrolet,” Kellett said. “This is not a conclusion I came to lightly, as both the team and I have dedicated time and effort to putting together a program for 2023. However, at this point, it isn’t the right opportunity for me to move forward.”
Kellett’s departure comes after Foyt recently announced Santino Ferrucci’s arrival to drive the No. 14 Chevrolet, alongside upcoming IndyCar rookie Benjamin Pedersen.
Kellett, who had a best finish of 12th this season at World Wide Technologies Raceway in Madison, Illinois, also stated he doesn’t have any current plans.
“I do not have any immediate updates on my 2023 plans,” Kellett stated. “Until then, I also want to extend a big thank you to the A.J. Foyt Racing fans: you all made my time with the team so special! I can’t think of another team with such a dedicated following, it was an honor to be a part of something that you all hold dear.”