Christian Lundgaard joins Chip Ganassi Racing for 2027 IndyCar season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
Christian Lundgaard has signed a multi-year contract with Chip Ganassi Racing to drive the No. 9 PNC Bank Honda starting in the 2027 IndyCar season. Lundgaard replaces Scott Dixon, who moves to Arrow McLaren. The 25-year-old Danish driver had a standout 2026 season, finishing third in the championship and securing two race wins. Chip Ganassi Racing continues its legacy as a dominant force in IndyCar, looking to develop Lundgaard alongside five-time champion Alex Palou and Kyffin Simpson. Lundgaard expressed enthusiasm about joining the team and competing for further successes.
- •Lundgaard finished third in the 2026 IndyCar championship.
- •He won the Sonsio Grand Prix and Grand Prix at Road America in 2026.
- •Lundgaard takes over the No. 9 car from Scott Dixon.
- •Arrow McLaren will now feature Dixon alongside other Indy 500 winners.
- •PC Bank remains the primary sponsor for Lundgaard's car.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Christian Lundgaard joins Chip Ganassi Racing, completing Scott Dixon swap with Arrow McLaren
- 1:00 PMMotorsport.com — Chip Ganassi Racing signs Christian Lundgaard for 2027 in multi-year IndyCar deal
"Chip Ganassi Racing (CGR) has signed Danish driver Christian Lundgaard to a multi-year contract to drive the #9 PNC Bank Honda starting in the 2027 season in the IndyCar Series. Lundgaard will join recently-crowned five-time IndyCar champion Alex Palou and Kyffin Simpson as part of the driver roster for the winningest team in series history. The 25-year-old Dane is coming off a standout 2026 ...Keep reading
"Christian Lundgaard joins Chip Ganassi Racing to replace Scott Dixon after being let go by Arrow McLaren. Lundgaard will team up with IndyCar champion Alex Palou.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 29, 2026, 1:00 PMChristian Lundgaard joins Chip Ganassi Racing, completing Scott Dixon swap with Arrow McLaren
Christian Lundgaard joins Chip Ganassi Racing to replace Scott Dixon after being let go by Arrow McLaren. Lundgaard will team up with IndyCar champion Alex Palou.
- Motorsport.comSep 29, 2026, 1:00 PMChip Ganassi Racing signs Christian Lundgaard for 2027 in multi-year IndyCar deal
Chip Ganassi Racing (CGR) has signed Danish driver Christian Lundgaard to a multi-year contract to drive the #9 PNC Bank Honda starting in the 2027 season in the IndyCar Series. Lundgaard will join recently-crowned five-time IndyCar champion Alex Palou and Kyffin Simpson as part of the driver roster for the winningest team in series history. The 25-year-old Dane is coming off a standout 2026 ...Keep reading
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