P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The extreme weaving maneuvers that Josef Newgarden employed to secure his first Indianapolis 500 victory last May will no longer
During the final lap, Newgarden weaved strategically to defend his lead and prevent Ericsson from overtaking him easily. His most daring move was going below the pit lane entrance line off Turn 4, almost reaching the pit wall. This type of extreme weaving will be banned this year for safety reasons, with a visible line marking the track limit. The drivers support this change, aiming to promote safer racing at the event. Penalties for violating the new rule and enforcement methods are still unknown. Despite some unclear rules, blocking is generally not allowed in IndyCar, with race control having its own standards for defining blocking maneuvers. The ‘Dragon’ weaving tactic is likely to remain permissible, pending further clarification closer to the 108th Indianapolis 500 race.
