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What an Indy 500 win would mean to Scott McLaughlin – and what he is doing to achieve that goal.
Penske driver Scott McLaughlin is determined to win the Indy 500 to fulfill his racing career, after dominating in Australia’s Supercars championship and transitioning to IndyCar with Penske.
Despite achieving success in the US premier open-wheel championship with seven race victories, McLaughlin continues to strive for his first Indy 500 win, considering it a greater accomplishment than his Bathurst 1000 victory.
McLaughlin seeks guidance from former IndyCar champion and Indy 500 winner Simon Pagenaud, who has been invaluable in helping him navigate the high-pressure environment of the Indy 500.
Pagenaud’s mentorship has contributed to McLaughlin’s impressive performances, including setting the fastest-ever pole lap at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Through Pagenaud’s guidance and his own dedication, McLaughlin aims to secure his place in history by claiming victory at the iconic Indy 500.
