Alex Palou reflects on Scott Dixon's departure from Ganassi Racing
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 10:03 PM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Alex Palou expressed sadness over Scott Dixon's announcement to leave Chip Ganassi Racing at the end of the season. Palou credited Dixon for his development as a driver, stating, "I would not be here today without him." As Dixon exits after 24 years, Palou looks to become the team's leading driver. He emphasized the egalitarian team environment, indicating that he welcomes the chance to mentor a new teammate while focusing on continuing to learn from his experiences in upcoming races.
- •Scott Dixon will leave Chip Ganassi Racing after the current season.
- •Dixon has a legacy of six championships and 58 victories.
- •Alex Palou becomes the de facto leader of CGR moving forward.
- •Palou aims to continue learning and evolving as a driver.
- •CGR maintains an open and equal environment among its drivers.
- 10:03 PMYahoo Sports — Alex Palou 'sad' to see Scott Dixon leave Ganassi: “I wouldn't be here without him”
- 10:03 PMMotorsport.com — Alex Palou 'sad' to see Scott Dixon leave Ganassi: “I wouldn't be here without him”
"Reigning and four-time IndyCar Series champion Alex Palou expressed a mix of sadness and gratitude following the announcement that his longtime teammate, Scott Dixon, will leave Chip Ganassi Racing (CGR) at the end of the current season. The move marks the end of an era for the sport and positions the 29-year-old Spaniard as the de facto leader and most tenured driver at CGR heading into the ...Keep reading
"Palou credits teammate Dixon with helping him to become the IndyCar driver he is today
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 3, 2026, 10:03 PMAlex Palou 'sad' to see Scott Dixon leave Ganassi: “I wouldn't be here without him”
Palou credits teammate Dixon with helping him to become the IndyCar driver he is today
- Motorsport.comJul 3, 2026, 10:03 PMAlex Palou 'sad' to see Scott Dixon leave Ganassi: “I wouldn't be here without him”
Reigning and four-time IndyCar Series champion Alex Palou expressed a mix of sadness and gratitude following the announcement that his longtime teammate, Scott Dixon, will leave Chip Ganassi Racing (CGR) at the end of the current season. The move marks the end of an era for the sport and positions the 29-year-old Spaniard as the de facto leader and most tenured driver at CGR heading into the ...Keep reading
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