Josef Newgarden and Team Penske Triumph in IndyCar Season Opener

Newgarden leads Team Penske to a commanding victory at the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, marking a strong start to the 2024 IndyCar season.

Josef Newgarden, driving for Team Penske, wins the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, leading 92 of 100 laps.
Pato O'Ward of Arrow McLaren Racing finishes second, with Team Penske's Scott McLaughlin and Will Power securing third and fourth places, respectively.
The victory is Newgarden's 30th career win in the IndyCar Series and his third at St. Petersburg.
Team Penske's performance comes amid criticism of IndyCar series leadership, with calls for increased investment in promotion and marketing.
The next IndyCar event is an all-star style exhibition race at the Thermal Club in California, featuring a $1 million payout.