Scott McLaughlin of Team Penske clinched his third win of the 2023 IndyCar season in a thrilling second race of the Milwaukee double-header. The New Zealander overcame intense battles to secure victory and close the gap in the championship race.
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Scott McLaughlin claimed pole position for the opening race, while Josef Newgarden secured second place on the grid for both races in the unique qualifying format at the IndyCar double-header weekend in Milwaukee. The Team Penske drivers showcased their pace, with McLaughlin narrowly missing out on a double pole.
The anticipation for the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500 is palpable, with Team Penske’s Scott McLaughlin setting the fastest-ever pole speed. McLaughlin will be joined on the front row by teammates Will Power and Josef Newgarden, marking the first time a team has locked out the front row at Indy since 1988. Eight former Indy winners are in the field, with Helio Castroneves hoping to make history with a record-breaking fifth 500 win.
In a blistering display of speed, Scott McLaughlin secured the fastest pole run in Indy 500 history, leaving his Team Penske teammate Will Power in the runner-up spot. The Aussie Power remains determined to capture the elusive pole position, despite a string of second-place finishes in recent seasons.