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Everything Marcus Ericsson thought would happen at this point in his move from Chip Ganassi Racing to Andretti Global has been elusive. Recruited by Andretti to join its downsized and refocused thr…
Marcus Ericsson has faced unexpected challenges since his move to Andretti Global, falling behind teammates Herta and Kirkwood in the championship standings. Despite setbacks like an engine problem and crashes, Ericsson remains determined to turn his season around, starting at the Detroit race. He is adopting a new mindset, focusing on maximizing performance without being preoccupied with championship points. Ericsson sees potential for improvement with his team and race engineer, aiming to build stronger synergy on the track. Despite the struggles, he remains confident in his abilities and the support from his team.