Christian Lundgaard may leave McLaren before the 2027 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 9:09 AM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Christian Lundgaard has performed well in the 2026 NTT IndyCar Series season, winning two road course events and contending for the championship. However, he could be forced out of Arrow McLaren if Scott Dixon departs Chip Ganassi Racing. Currently, Dixon's future is uncertain, and if he leaves, McLaren is considered a likely destination for him. Lundgaard's potential displacement would make him a central figure in the IndyCar silly season.
- •Lundgaard won two road course events in 2026.
- •Scott Dixon's potential exit from Ganassi impacts Lundgaard's position.
- •Dixon has a long tenure with Chip Ganassi Racing, spanning 23 years.
- •If Dixon leaves, Lundgaard could become a top candidate for that seat at Ganassi.
- 9:09 AMYahoo Sports — Christian Lundgaard could be forced out of McLaren ahead of 2027
"Christian Lundgaard could be forced out of Arrow McLaren ahead of the 2027 NTT IndyCar Series season.
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