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Castroneves pays tribute to de Ferran: “We had a lot of good moments”
During a pre-season news conference at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Helio Castroneves opened up about his emotional loss as he transitions from being a full-time IndyCar driver to a team co-owner with Meyer Shank Racing in 2024. Castroneves expressed his sadness over losing Gil de Ferran, who served as his consultant and advisor in team ownership. He shared memories of their time together at Team Penske, describing de Ferran as intense and incredibly knowledgeable. Castroneves and de Ferran had a successful partnership, winning multiple races and championships, including three consecutive Indianapolis 500 victories for Team Penske. Despite the loss, Castroneves remains optimistic about his new role with Meyer Shank Racing, working with a dedicated group of individuals to improve their performance and aiming to become the first-ever five-time winner of the Indianapolis 500.
