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Another set of grid penalties have been announced for the final NTT IndyCar Series round of the season, and they affect two of the three championship contenders. IndyCar has assessed a nine-positio…
Grid penalties have been announced for the final NTT IndyCar Series round, impacting two of the three championship contenders. Championship leader Alex Palou, Scott McLaughlin, and Alexander Rossi will each serve a starting grid penalty for Sunday’s race due to unapproved engine changes. The violations were related to Rule 16.1.2.3.2., regarding engine changes beyond the allocated limit. As per Rule 16.1.6.1.2., the penalty entails a nine-position starting grid penalty for oval events like the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix. These penalties will be served at the series’ next race following the infractions.
