Wickens to make IndyCar paddock return at St Pete

The Canadian confirmed on social media that he'll be attending the race, taking part in the official signing session on the Friday and a meet-and-greet through tyre supplier Firestone on the Sunday.

The St Pete visit doesn't just mark Wickens' return to an IndyCar race after his crash, but also marks the one-year anniversary of his stunning debut in the series.

The former DTM star took pole and led the majority of the race before clashing with Alex Rossi just two laps from the end.

Wickens is technically still part of the Arrow Schmidt Peterson Motorsport outfit this season, his #6 entry put on ice until he's ready to return to the cockpit.

The team's new signing Marcus Ericsson will therefore run #7 this season, highlighting that he's not a direct replacement for Wickens.