FXTM proudly supported Rookie of the Year contender Ed Jones for the Indianapolis 500 in 2017, the biggest race of the Verizon IndyCar Series.
The best up-and-coming talent in the business
Innovation
Speed
Dedication
TrainingThe then-reigning Indy Lights Champion, Ed Jones took the Verizon IndyCar Circuit by storm. He started the Indianapolis 500 in 11th grid place, having averaged an impressive 230.578mph in qualifying. It was an extraordinary achievement for a Rookie Driver, and represented years of dedication and training.
At FXTM, we recognize this commitment to training, innovation and speed. It has won us our position as a global award-winning broker, and continues to ensure we are the broker of choice for traders all over the world. Ed’s passion for excellence matched our own, and we were proud to partner with this young driver for the most pivotal race of his career.
Who is Ed Jones?
Ed first made his mark on the racing circuit at 11, when he won the National UAE karting championship in 2006.
He progressed to the Intersteps Championship in 2011, finishing fourth place in his debut year. From here, he moved up to Formula Renault and Formula 3, and 2013 saw him crowned the youngest European F3 Open Series Champion in history.
His success caught the eye of the legendary Carlin FIA European F3 Team. Ed joined them in 2014, securing five podium finishes and two pole positions before moving over to Carlin’s IndyLight Team in 2015.
The following year, he joined Dale Coyne Racing, finishing the season as the championship winner. 2017 saw his IndyCar debut season – Ed was one of the favourites to claim the Rookie of the Year title.
Who is Ed Jones?
Ed first made his mark on the racing circuit at 11, when he won the National UAE karting championship in 2006.
He progressed to the Intersteps Championship in 2011, finishing fourth place in his debut year. From here, he moved up to Formula Renault and Formula 3, and 2013 saw him crowned the youngest European F3 Open Series Champion in history.
His success caught the eye of the legendary Carlin FIA European F3 Team. Ed joined them in 2014, securing five podium finishes and two pole positions before moving over to Carlin’s IndyLight Team in 2015.
The following year, he joined Dale Coyne Racing, finishing the season as the championship winner. 2017 saw his IndyCar debut season – Ed was one of the favourites to claim the Rookie of the Year title.
On Track for Success
Indianapolis 500
- 1911: 46 cars take to a brick-paved track for the ‘500-mile sweepstake’. Henry Ford sits on the judging panel.
- 1941: Cliff Bergere is the first driver of a gasoline powered car to go 500 miles without stopping for fuel.
- 1977: Janet Guthrie becomes the first female Indy 500 driver to qualify.
- 1996: Arie Luyendyk sets a lap record of 237.498mph, which remains unbeaten to this day.
FXTM
- 2011-13: The FXTM brand is born and begins operations, rapidly growing and making its mark in the industry.
- 2014: FXTM becomes an exceptional source for currency trading news. Regularly quoted in global media.
- 2015: Receives a record seven industry awards.
- 2016: Reaches 480K+ registered accounts. FXTM more than doubles its trading volume & client base.
2017: The 101st running of the Indianapolis 500 sees top Rookie Ed Jones partnering with global award-winning broker, FXTM
Track side at the Indy 500
28.05.2017 The highest placing rookie of the race, Ed Jones finished 3rd at the Indy 500.
28.05.2017 Jones driving his FXTM-branded Dale Coyne Racing Honda
28.05.2017 The legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway, home of the Indy 500. 
28.05.2017 Ed Jones pushes to the lead after starting at 11th grid place.