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Josef Newgarden will start fourth in today’s race at the 2025 IndyCar Grand Prix of Monterey at Laguna Seca.
Team Penske driver Josef Newgarden praised his team for their hard work in getting him to qualify in fourth for today’s race at Laguna Seca, especially after struggling with the car on Friday.
Despite some setbacks during practice, Newgarden commended his team for making significant improvements to the car’s setup, allowing him to be competitive on Saturday.
Newgarden expressed gratitude towards his team for working tirelessly to provide him with a faster car for the race, showcasing their dedication and teamwork.
Although Newgarden’s pace in the Fast Six was not as strong as he had hoped, he was content with making it into the top six and recognized the effort put in by his team.
The American driver acknowledged the sacrifice of using his only new set of red tyres in the first run but remained positive about their performance and progression.
Newgarden’s consistent appearances in the Fast Six highlight his impressive track record, with notable achievements like securing pole position at Iowa Speedway this year.
