Scott Dixon announces he will not return to Chip Ganassi Racing in 2027
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 4:15 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Scott Dixon, a six-time IndyCar champion, has decided not to return to Chip Ganassi Racing in 2027. Team owner Chip Ganassi confirmed that Dixon, 45, informed the organization of his decision, emphasizing Dixon's significant contributions over the last 24 years. Dixon intends to focus on the current season, where he aims to strengthen his standings after a top-five finish. The next IndyCar race will take place at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course on Sunday.
- •Dixon has been with Chip Ganassi Racing for 24 years.
- •He has secured six series championships and 59 career victories.
- •Dixon won the Indianapolis 500 in 2008 and currently sits 10th in points this season.
- •The next race for Dixon is at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course this Sunday.
- 11:09 PMYahoo Sports — Scott Dixon feels 'it's just time for change' after 25 years at Chip Ganassi Racing
- 4:15 PMYahoo Sports — Chip Ganassi Racing says six-time IndyCar champion Scott Dixon won't return in 2027
"Six-time IndyCar champion Scott Dixon is ending a remarkable run with Chip Ganassi Racing. Owner Chip Ganassi announced Thursday that Dixon recently informed the team he would not return in 2027. “Scott has meant so much to CGR over the past 24 years,” Ganassi said.
"Six-time champion Scott Dixon will leave Chip Ganassi Racing after 25 years to pursue a new full-time IndyCar seat in 2027. Is Arrow McLaren next?
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 2, 2026, 11:09 PMScott Dixon feels 'it's just time for change' after 25 years at Chip Ganassi Racing
Six-time champion Scott Dixon will leave Chip Ganassi Racing after 25 years to pursue a new full-time IndyCar seat in 2027. Is Arrow McLaren next?
- Yahoo SportsJul 2, 2026, 4:15 PMChip Ganassi Racing says six-time IndyCar champion Scott Dixon won't return in 2027
Six-time IndyCar champion Scott Dixon is ending a remarkable run with Chip Ganassi Racing. Owner Chip Ganassi announced Thursday that Dixon recently informed the team he would not return in 2027. “Scott has meant so much to CGR over the past 24 years,” Ganassi said.
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