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McLaughlin “hit everything but the pace car” at IndyCar finale
Despite being involved in multiple incidents and starting from a low position, 30-year-old Kiwi racer Scott McLaughlin showed great determination and skill during the 2023 IndyCar season finale at Laguna Seca. He made contact with Benjamin Pedersen and was later penalized for avoidable contact with Santino Ferrucci, causing him to drop down the running order. However, McLaughlin managed to steadily work his way back up through the field, avoiding crashes and utilizing strategic pit stops. He eventually finished in second place, securing his third runner-up position in the last seven races and solidifying a career-best third place in the championship. McLaughlin expressed pride in being the top Chevrolet-powered driver, beating McLaren and his own teammates Josef Newgarden and Will Power. He credited the competitive camaraderie among the team for pushing them all to new levels.
Source: Motorsport.com
