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Six years ago in the Portland paddock, on the Thursday setup day for the NTT IndyCar Series weekend, Santino Ferrucci sat in the back of a nondescript administration trailer, the kind you’d see on …
Six years ago, at the Portland paddock, Santino Ferrucci discussed reviving his career in the US after a rough time in Formula 1 led him back to Dale Coyne Racing. Following a tumultuous stint in Europe, Ferrucci aimed to make IndyCar his home, seeking a second chance in the sport. Fast forward to present day, where Ferrucci earned his first career pole position for A.J. Foyt Racing at Portland, marking a significant milestone in his comeback journey. With a solid support system in place, including his race engineer James Schnabel and the transformative leadership of technical director Michael Cannon, Ferrucci’s progression from struggling to holding 10th in the championship standings reflects the impact of the right people and support. Looking ahead, Ferrucci is optimistic about the future, acknowledging the team’s progress and expressing excitement for what lies ahead in the next season.
