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Arrow McLaren confirmed on Tuesday that Callum Ilott will drive for the team at this weekend’s season-opening IndyCar event. Ilott
Ilott will pilot the #6 entry in St. Petersburg, filling in for David Malukas recovering from a wrist injury. An official announcement confirming Ilott as the driver was made today after testing with the team. With two years of IndyCar experience, Ilott gives Arrow McLaren a solid chance for a strong result. He secured top-five finishes and consistently placed in the top half last season. Ilott’s recent success in the WEC aligns well with his IndyCar substitute drive. Malukas’s recovery timeline is uncertain, potentially causing him to miss upcoming events before Long Beach in April.
