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Pato O’Ward lost out to Penske’s Josef Newgarden a year ago
Pato O’Ward has raised concerns about the legality of Team Penske’s victory in last year’s Indy 500.
Josef Newgarden won the 2024 race by passing O’Ward on the final lap.
Issues arose when fans noticed a rear attenuator on Newgarden’s car that resembles banned components.
As a result, Newgarden and teammate Will Power will have to start from the back of the grid this weekend.
O’Ward is reflecting on his 2024 Indy 500 loss, questioning the fairness of the situation.
He expressed his frustrations with Penske’s actions and emphasized the importance of maintaining integrity in the sport.
Penske has faced backlash from teams and executives, with calls for higher standards due to their ownership of the series.
