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Josef Newgarden said he felt “a little awkward” celebrating among the sports car regulars that he joined in taking Porsche Penske Motorsport’s No.7 Porsche 963 to victory in the Rolex 24 at Daytona…
Josef Newgarden expressed feeling “a little awkward” celebrating the victory at the Rolex 24 at Daytona amongst the sports car regulars after joining Porsche Penske Motorsport’s No.7 Porsche 963. This win adds to Newgarden’s impressive record, coming just months after his 2023 Indianapolis 500 win. He now joins Helio Castroneves on the short list of drivers who have achieved both wins within a year. Newgarden credited the teamwork and deserving nature of Porsche Penske Motorsport for the victory, highlighting the collaboration between the iconic brand Porsche and the esteemed Team Penske. He humbly shrugged off personal acclaim, stating that he was honored to have been part of the team and proud of their collective effort. Newgarden’s open-wheel racing background made this victory and the camaraderie he felt with his team even more special, as it differed from the individual focus of his past experiences.
