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Rinus VeeKay secures third at The Milwaukee Mile after starting 24th

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Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Rinus VeeKay secures third at The Milwaukee Mile after starting 24th

Summary

Rinus VeeKay finished third at The Milwaukee Mile during the rain-suspended first race of the event. Starting from the 24th position on the grid, the 25-year-old Dutchman moved through the field during the 250-lap contest. He secured the podium spot after completing a pass on Scott McLaughlin of Team Penske with four laps remaining. This result represents the first podium performance for VeeKay since his runner-up finish in Toronto. The race occurred under unusual conditions due to a mid-race interruption caused by weather. Juncos Hollinger continues its campaign as the team looks to close out the current season with strong results.

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By the Numbers

•Rinus VeeKay finished third after starting 24th on the grid.
•The 250-lap race at The Milwaukee Mile experienced a rain-related suspension.
•VeeKay passed Scott McLaughlin within the final four laps to earn his position.
•This performance is VeeKay's first podium since his second-place finish in Toronto.

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Rinus VeeKay was on a mission at The Milwaukee Mile, carving through the field from 24th on the grid to claim a third-place finish in the rain-suspended two-part Race 1 after executing a bold pass on Team Penske’s Scott McLaughlin with just four laps remaining in the 250-lap contest. The performance marked the 25-year-old Dutchman’s first podium since his runner-up result at Toronto last ...Keep reading
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