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Angela Cullen, former physiotherapist and long-time trainer to Lewis Hamilton, is set for a new chapter in her motorsport career following an announcement by Kiwi racer Marcus Armstrong regarding his future in IndyCar. Cullen, who worked with Hamilton from 2016 until 2023, was more than just a trainer; she became one of his closest friends and confidantes during her time in Formula 1. The duo parted ways amicably last year, with Hamilton insisting that their friendship remains strong despite Cullen’s departure from F1.
After stepping away from the fast-paced world of Formula 1, Cullen sought a fresh challenge, which led her to the United States and a new role in IndyCar. Cullen joined Armstrong’s team as his trainer, and by all accounts, the transition has been a positive one for both her and the young New Zealand driver. Armstrong competed for Chip Ganassi Racing during the 2024 IndyCar season, finishing 15th overall. Despite a challenging season, the Kiwi driver highlighted the benefits of having Cullen in his corner, specifically citing her influence in helping him achieve his best career result, a third-place finish at the Detroit Grand Prix.
Armstrong credited Cullen’s expertise, developed over years working with Hamilton through his championship successes, as a key factor in helping improve his performance on the track. Her approach to training, combining mental and physical conditioning, has had a noticeable impact on Armstrong, who is considered one of the up-and-coming talents in IndyCar.
However, as the 2024 season concludes, Armstrong is gearing up for a major shift in his career. He recently announced that he would be leaving Chip Ganassi Racing due to the team downsizing its operations, reducing from five cars to three under IndyCar’s revised charter system. Armstrong will instead be joining Meyer Shank Racing for the 2025 season, where he will team up with Swedish driver Felix Rosenqvist.
Armstrong expressed his excitement about the move, highlighting the positive impression left on him by Meyer Shank Racing’s co-owners, Mike Shank and Jim Meyer. “I’m very proud to be joining Meyer Shank Racing in 2025,” Armstrong said. “From my first conversation with Mike and Jim, their passion for performance and meticulous work ethic was clear. I’m grateful for the opportunity to continue my IndyCar journey with them.”
Reflecting on his 2024 season, Armstrong acknowledged that he made significant progress, particularly when it came to his oval racing skills, which were a new challenge for him. As he looks ahead to 2025, he is eager to continue pushing up the ranks in IndyCar with his new team. “This year, I got closer to where I want to be performance-wise, and I’m looking forward to continuing to push up the order with MSR. We want to be at the front, fighting for wins, and I believe we have the recipe to do it.”
Angela Cullen, who has been an integral part of Armstrong’s team this past season, is expected to continue supporting him in his new venture with Meyer Shank Racing. The upcoming season promises to bring new opportunities and challenges, and both Armstrong and Cullen appear ready to embrace them.
