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Josef Newgarden, Roger Penske awarded Baby Borgs at The Henry Ford Museum
“The Baby Borg is a miniature replica of the Borg-Warner Trophy, which is presented to the winning driver and team owner of the Indianapolis 500. This year, Josef Newgarden received his first Baby Borg after his historic last lap pass to win the 2023 race. The sterling silver replica features a hand-sculpted image of Newgarden and weighs five pounds. It is the 34th likeness created by sculptor William Behrends. The trophy also includes Newgarden’s name, Team Penske, his victory year, and average speed. Newgarden expressed his joy and gratitude for the opportunity to win the Indianapolis 500 and be recognized with the Baby Borg. Roger Penske, the chairman of Penske Corporation, celebrated his record-extending 19th win in the Indy 500, which was particularly special as it was the team’s first victory since purchasing Indianapolis Motor Speedway and IndyCar in 2019. Penske praised Newgarden’s performance and credited the team’s strategy for the win. He also emphasized how the victory validates the dedication and excellence of the entire organization.”
