Arizona driver set to step up to USF2000 alongside F1 Academy program
BROWNSBURG, IN – Exclusive Autosport is thrilled to announce that Kaylee Countryman will take the next step in her career by moving up to the USF2000 Championship Presented by Continental Tire for the 2026 season. Following a competitive rookie campaign in USF Juniors in 2025, Countryman is confirmed for four USF2000 race weekends that do not conflict with her newly announced F1 Academy commitments, allowing her to continue building momentum on the USF Pro Championships ladder. The rising American talent finished 16th in the 2025 USF Juniors championship standings, making 16 starts and earning four top-10 finishes, demonstrating steady progression and positioning her for a solid transition to the 200 hp Tatuus USF-22 in 2026.
“I can’t wait to get started on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course for my USF2000 campaign with Exclusive Autosport,” enthused Countryman. “The team was amazing last year, and I’ve learned so much about race craft and how to be myself as a driver. I’m so excited to be participating in most of the USF events to get more seat-time and learn new tracks.”
“We’re thrilled to continue working with Kaylee as she advances into USF2000,” said Michael Duncalfe, Co-Owner and CEO. “The combination of her F1 Academy program and the USF Pro Championships offers a powerful development pathway, and we look forward to helping her maximize every opportunity behind the wheel.”
Alongside her USF2000 program, Countryman will continue to leverage the invaluable experience gained through her involvement in F1 Academy with the Haas F1 Team, creating a unique dual-path development season in 2026. Competing on an international stage against the world’s top young female drivers, Kaylee will refine her racecraft, adaptability, and mental approach while racing at some of the most demanding circuits in the world. The combination of F1 Academy competition and selective USF2000 events provides a well-rounded platform for growth, allowing her to hone her skills, gain exposure to different cars and environments, and continue building toward her long-term future as a professional race car driver.
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