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Meyer Shank Racing goes into the 2024 IndyCar season hoping to arrest a slump that resulted in just one top-10 finish last year, but it will do so with an all-new driver line-up. Is that really a recipe for success? Jack Benyon hears from co-owner Michael Shank
Meyer Shank Racing is a team that has gained attention and excitement for various reasons. Backed by Formula 1 owner Liberty Media, they won the Indianapolis 500 on their first attempt as a two-car team. They have an unconventional technical partnership in IndyCar and recently signed European racers Tom Blomqvist and Felix Rosenqvist. Additionally, they have moved Helio Castroneves, the most successful current driver in the Indy 500, into a team owner role. Despite some challenges, such as being fined in the IMSA SportsCar Championship and experiencing crashes and concussions, the team remains optimistic and focused on improving their performance. Although 2023 was a disappointing season with only one top-10 finish, they have made changes, including new full-time drivers and strengthening their technical partnership with Andretti. The team believes that these changes will help them find their way out of the situation and achieve better results in the future.
