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A dramatic end to the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500 saw Josef Newgarden crowned a two-time winner of the famous race.
Josef Newgarden secured his second Indianapolis 500 win with a dramatic final lap overtake. Newgarden’s back-to-back victory marks the first time since Helio Castroneves in 2001-2002. Engaged in a late-race battle with Patricio O’Ward, Newgarden emerged victorious after starting third on the grid. A tight three-way battle unfolded between Newgarden, O’Ward, and Alexander Rossi in the closing laps. Newgarden’s strategic moves proved crucial, leading to a thrilling finish and a three-tenths of a second victory over O’Ward. The race saw several cautions and incidents, including significant crashes involving top drivers such as Colton Herta and Marco Andretti.
