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Scott McLaughlin hits back at those dragging ‘Roger Penske’s name through the mud’
IndyCar star Scott McLaughlin expressed his discontent with those trying to damage Roger Penske’s reputation amidst the Indy 500 qualifying controversy. The controversy stemmed from Penske modifying a spec part on the cars of Josef Newgarden and Will Power, resulting in penalties for the team and criticism from rivals like Chip Ganassi and McLaren’s Zak Brown. Despite the uproar, McLaughlin defended Penske’s integrity and the hard work of the team members, stating he takes any attacks on Penske personally.
Following the scandal, Team Penske made significant changes, sacking key members like Tim Cindric, Ron Ruzewski, and Kyle Moyer for their roles in the incident. McLaughlin emphasized the importance of recognizing Penske’s contributions to motorsport and expressed sadness over the departure of longtime team members affected by the fallout.
While acknowledging the situation and respecting Penske’s decisions, McLaughlin lamented the disproportionate criticism from peers and the media. As the only Penske driver who avoided sanctions, McLaughlin stood by Penske’s side, highlighting the dedication of the team and expressing disappointment in the reaction to the controversy.
