IndyCar: Newgarden Wins First Indianapolis 500 in Thrilling Finish

Narrow Victory over Defending Champion

Josef Newgarden emerged victorious in the 107th running of the Indianapolis 500, securing his first Indy 500 title after a thrilling race. The two-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion passed defending champion Marcus Ericsson on the final lap of the race, securing a narrow victory.

Race Recap

Newgarden started the race in fourth position and quickly moved up through the field. He took the lead for the first time on lap 41 but later fell behind Ericsson. The two drivers battled for the lead for several laps, with Ericsson maintaining a slight advantage. However, on the final restart, Newgarden made a bold move and passed Ericsson on the outside, securing the victory.