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Arrow McLaren has confirmed that David Malukas has undergone a successful surgery to repair torn ligaments and a dislocated left
The 22-year-old sustained an injury while mountain biking over the weekend, hindering his participation in the full season with Arrow McLaren. His recovery is estimated to take around seven weeks, delaying his return to racing until early April. This setback means he will miss his planned debut at the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg in just over three weeks. The team and the driver are disappointed by the timing of the injury, but they remain positive and determined to get back on track soon. Arrow McLaren is now exploring potential driver options for the upcoming races, while emphasizing their support for the injured driver’s recovery process. Despite the challenges, the team remains optimistic about Malukas’ return and the success they can achieve together in the future. Malukas will have to observe the start of the 2024 IndyCar season from the sidelines, with the first race taking place on March 10 in St. Petersburg.
