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Penske's Indy 500 Integrity Questioned After Heavy Penalties

5/21/2025

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Two-time Indy 500 champions Josef Newgarden and Will Power will face a challenging start from the 32nd and 33rd positions after penalties for altering rear attenuators. Team Penske is hit with a hefty $100,000 fine, strategist suspensions, and a loss of qualification points, sparking serious questions about integrity in the sport under Roger Penske's ownership.

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Two-time Indy 500 champions Josef Newgarden and Will Power will face a challenging start from the 32nd and 33rd positions after penalties for altering rear attenuators. Team Penske is hit with a hefty $100,000 fine, strategist suspensions, and a loss of qualification points, sparking serious questions about integrity in the sport under Roger Penske's ownership.