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Pato O’Ward signs multi-year contract extension with McLaren
Pato O’Ward, a Mexican racer, is poised to tackle his fifth full-time season in the premier open-wheel championship in North America. Throughout his career, particularly with Arrow McLaren, O’Ward has secured four wins, five poles, and 20 podium finishes in 72 starts. Gavin Ward, the Team Principal for Arrow McLaren entering his second season, is thrilled about retaining O’Ward, emphasizing their growth as a team. O’Ward recently concluded a successful 2023 season, obtaining a career-high seven podium finishes and securing a place as a Formula 1 Reserve Driver with McLaren Racing for 2024. O’Ward expressed his excitement about the renewed partnership, highlighting McLaren as his racing home. The upcoming 2024 IndyCar Series season kicks off on March 10 with the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, providing O’Ward and his team a fresh opportunity to showcase their potential.
