P1racenews AI automatic summary:
When David Malukas injured his wrist pre-season, he thought he’d be back after a couple of races. Then his recovery got delayed, and McLaren dropped him. Now he’s got another chance with Shank in IndyCar – and while the start is bound to be tough, his comeback offers a big potential upside
After leaving Dale Coyne to join Arrow McLaren as a back-up signing, David Malukas fractured his wrist in a pre-season mountain bike accident, causing him to miss races and lose his McLaren seat. However, a quick deal between Meyer Shank and Malukas led to his return to IndyCar action. Malukas, being meticulous in his recovery, was able to participate in a hybrid test at Milwaukee and showed good performance. He is now preparing for his return at Laguna Seca this weekend, focusing on getting comfortable in the cockpit and adapting to the new team and car. Despite the challenges, Malukas remains optimistic and excited to be back racing.
