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Scott Dixon takes aim at Penske after Indy 500 controversy: I’m here to race legally
Chip Ganassi Racing driver Scott Dixon expressed his concerns about Team Penske, following two of their cars failing technical inspection during Indianapolis 500 qualifying. Various voices, including Arrow McLaren’s Zak Brown, criticized Penske for potentially compromising the integrity of the race with deliberate modifications. Dixon emphasized the negative impact of the scandal on the series owned by Roger Penske, calling it “kinda sad.”
CGR’s Mike Hull stressed the importance of maintaining the Indy 500’s global integrity amid the controversy, highlighting the significance of fair competition on the grid. IndyCar discovered unauthorized modifications on Josef Newgarden and Will Power’s cars, leading to penalties and fines for Penske. Larson and Castroneves opted to sidestep the drama, with Castroneves defending Penske’s intentions and values. Overall, the incident has sparked discussions on ethics and fair play in high-stakes racing competitions.
