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Ed Carpenter isn’t retiring, but he has chosen to stand down for the last three races of the season to give rookie teammate Christian Rasmussen more opportunities to gain oval knowledge in the No. …
Ed Carpenter has decided to step back for the last three races of the season, allowing rookie Christian Rasmussen to gain more experience on ovals in the No. 20 Chevy. Despite not retiring, Carpenter acknowledges his disappointing performance and believes this decision is best for Ed Carpenter Racing. Rasmussen, the reigning Indy NXT champion, expressed gratitude for the opportunity and is eager to give his best in the remaining races. This change allows Rasmussen to continue his development and broaden his IndyCar education with additional oval racing experience. Carpenter is looking forward to seeing Rasmussen finish the season strong and contribute to the team’s success.
