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Penske rules out chance of Indianapolis hosting WEC in 2025
Penske’s plans to host the North American WEC round at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course, possibly starting from 2022, are currently on hold for at least the next two seasons. Penske expressed interest in this endeavor but mentioned that there are no concrete plans in place at the moment. Scheduling conflicts remain an obstacle, as Indy’s availability must align with the WEC calendar. While the Fuji 6 Hours in Japan poses a date clash in September, the Indianapolis round conflicts with the Austin WEC race in early September. The WEC recently extended its deal with the Circuit of the Americas in Austin until 2024, after discussions with Penske. Penske reiterated his desire to bring the WEC to Indianapolis in the future, highlighting the growing interest in sportscar racing.
