Jack Harvey’s cancer diagnosis at 33 changes everything, but the IndyCar driver has his eyes on one major goal

Jack Harvey has set his sights on the 2027 Indianapolis 500 despite announcing that he has been diagnosed with cancer. The 33-year-old British driver shared the news on Tuesday, October 13, in a statement that made clear he intends to keep working toward his racing plans. Harvey also hopes to be present for the IndyCar season opener in St. Petersburg in March, where he works as a FOX Sports pit reporter. He has not publicly identified the type of cancer, but said he is receiving excellent care and support as he faces the diagnosis.Jack Harvey keeps his 2027 IndyCar plans in viewJack Harvey’s statement linked the news to a career built around finding his next chance in motorsport. “My entire career has been about fighting for what’s next. The next opportunity. The next chance to prove myself. The next time I could get back in the car and show what I’m capable of.”He explained that progress had not always come in a straight line. “There have been moments when the path forward was obvious, and plenty when it wasn’t. I’ve had to earn opportunities, fight to keep them, and learn how to keep moving when things didn’t go the way I planned.”The diagnosis, he wrote, has brought a new challenge, but has not changed the targets he has set for next year. “Life has delivered a new fight to my doorstep. I have recently been diagnosed with cancer.”“My goals for 2027 have not changed. I plan to be on the grid in St. Pete and strapping back into a race car this May in preparation for the Indianapolis 500.”Harvey has raced in the Indy 500 for Dreyer & Reinbold Racing in each of the past two years, even as he took on broadcast work with FOX. His 2027 plan includes returning to the season opener in his reporting role and pursuing another chance to race at Indianapolis. He has not announced a full-time IndyCar deal for next season.Support from FOX, DRR and the IndyCar communityHarvey also acknowledged the people helping him through the diagnosis. “I am receiving excellent care and support from the team around me, my family, friends, DRR, FOX, IndyCar, and many more.”His message ended with a line that reflected how he has approached setbacks in racing and career moves alike. “I’ve never backed away from a challenge in my life and this circumstance is no different. So…”“Let’s fight.”The announcement drew support from across the paddock, including fellow drivers and the teams and organisations he has worked with. His statement offered no details about the cancer or his treatment, and there is no guarantee that his planned return will happen on schedule. For now, he has made his intention clear: he wants to be in St. Petersburg in March and back in a car ahead of the Indianapolis 500 in May.Stay updated with the latest Asian Games 2026 news, check the Asian Games medal tally and complete Asian Games schedule.Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.