Josef Newgarden, the back-to-back winner of the Indianapolis 500 race, had a special night as his likeness was unveiled on the Borg Warner Trophy. The new sculpted face was revealed on Wednesday night and Newgarden expressed his preference for the 2024 design over the previous year’s. Having raced in the Indy 500 11 times before his 2023 victory, Newgarden had at one point given up hope of ever winning the race. However, now as a two-time winner, he is aiming to make history by winning for a third consecutive year.
Newgarden emphasized the significance of the Indianapolis 500, stating that winning the race took its importance to a whole new level. He expressed confidence in his team’s ability to secure a third win, acknowledging the importance of knowing how to win the race. The possibility of becoming the first driver to achieve three consecutive victories at the Indy 500 is now within reach for Newgarden.
The 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 is scheduled for Sunday, May 25, 2025. To view images of the unveiling ceremony, visit the provided link.
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