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It’s the driver move nobody saw coming, as David Malukas joins The Race IndyCar Podcast to discuss his blockbuster decision to switch to the AJ Foyt team for 2025
David Malukas surprised everyone by joining The Race IndyCar Podcast to reveal his decision to switch to the AJ Foyt team for the 2025 season. This move marks Malukas’s third team change within a year, following his departure from McLaren due to a wrist injury and subsequent stint with Meyer Shank. He clarifies the motives behind his choice to switch teams and addresses speculations regarding a potential transition to Team Penske in the future. Malukas also responds to critics who view this shift as a step back or sideways, emphasizing his impressive performance upon his return to the track. Additionally, Kyle Kirkwood, alongside Malukas, offers insights into the upcoming race at Gateway, while discussing the challenges of transitioning from a successful junior career to competing in IndyCar. Listeners are encouraged to engage with the podcast by submitting questions or suggestions through the email address: podcasts@the-race.com.
