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Graham Rahal believes a continued streak of bad luck has played a major role in his poor form in recent years. Rahal is one of IndyCar’s most tenured drivers, and will be competing in his 19th season when the series returns to action on the streets of St. Petersburg in March. Despite having nearly 300 […]
Graham Rahal, one of the most experienced drivers in IndyCar, prepares for his 19th season in 2023, set to kick off at St. Petersburg. Despite his longevity with nearly 300 starts, Rahal has only secured six victories, the most recent dating back to 2015. The past season saw Rahal struggling to secure even a top-five finish, ending up in 18th place in the championship – his poorest ranking since 2014. Rahal has been vocal about his disappointment with his recent results, attributing his lack of success to a prolonged streak of bad luck. Particularly challenging for Rahal have been his performances at the Indianapolis 500, including a heartbreak in 2023 when he was bumped from the race only to be reinstated as a substitute driver. Looking ahead, Rahal remains optimistic, believing that with a change in luck, he still possesses the skills and determination to break his 126-race winless streak despite the frustrations of near-misses.