IndyCar Confirms Josef Newgarden’s 2024 Indianapolis 500 Victory Despite Penalty Concerns
In a decisive statement, IndyCar President Doug Boles confirmed that Josef Newgarden’s victory at the 2024 Indianapolis 500 will remain intact. "It won the Indianapolis 500," said Boles, emphasizing the race’s significance.
This affirmation follows the discovery of illegally modified attenuators on two Team Penske cars during Pole Day for the 109th Indy 500. The affected vehicles included Newgarden’s current No. 2 Chevy and the No. 12 car driven by Will Power. Notably, evidence suggests the same modified attenuator was present on Newgarden’s 2023 contender.
When questioned about the potential for an investigation into the legality of the No. 2 Chevy, which narrowly defeated Arrow McLaren’s Pato O’Ward by just 0.3417 seconds, Boles reiterated the finality of the decision. "No, sir, it won the Indianapolis 500," he stated, closing the door on any further inquiries.
This development marks a pivotal moment for Team Penske as they navigate the implications of the findings while maintaining their competitive edge in the series.
