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Scott Dixon says that his 57th IndyCar victory, and his second on the streets of Long Beach, was difficult enough that even he questioned whether he might make it, at least while going at race-winn…
Scott Dixon, after claiming his 57th IndyCar victory at Long Beach, admitted that he had doubts during the race if he could maintain his pace, facing strong competition from Josef Newgarden and Colton Herta. He sealed a dominant weekend for Chip Ganassi Racing, securing wins in both the IndyCar and IMSA races. Dixon’s victory also marked his 20th consecutive season with at least one race win. Despite intense pressure from his rivals, Dixon managed to conserve fuel and push when given the green light by his team management. He emphasized the importance of strategic decisions in managing fuel consumption during the race. Dixon’s skilled driving and team strategy helped him secure a hard-fought victory in Long Beach.