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Chip Ganassi says Team Penske must be “held to an even higher standard to protect the sport”
Chip Ganassi has identified a “problem” with Team Penske’s drama before the Indy 500.
Penske cars of Josef Newgarden and Will Power were excluded from the Fast 12 qualifying session for illegal modifications and will start at the back of the grid.
Ganassi criticized Penske and emphasized the need for them to uphold the sport’s integrity at a higher standard.
He stressed the importance of all teams protecting the sport and expressed concern over compromising sportsmanship for victory.
McLaren Racing boss Zak Brown also criticized Penske for their technical violation and questioned their integrity.
With Newgarden’s potential third consecutive Indy 500 win in jeopardy, Power’s future with Penske remains uncertain.
