P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Autosport Top 50 of 2023: #31 Scott McLaughlin
In 2023, the New Zealander showed significant progress and established himself as a consistent threat in the IndyCar title race. One of his standout performances was a thrilling battle against Romain Grosjean at Barber Motorsports Park, where McLaughlin emerged victorious with a late surge. Despite a prior crash at St Petersburg, the intense competition between the two drivers added to the excitement of their showdown.
Throughout the season, the Team Penske driver showcased his talent and ended his third full-time year in the series with impressive results. With one win, three runner-ups, and one pole (excluding a penalty-induced lost pole), McLaughlin’s performances were noteworthy. Additionally, he played a pivotal role in securing LMP2 victory at the Sebring 12 Hours by delivering an exceptional final stint for Tower Motorsports.
Leading the charge for the Penske drivers in 2023, Barber winner McLaughlin climbed to third place in the final standings, benefiting from Josef Newgarden’s decreasing form.
