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Pato O’Ward: IndyCar Needs Changes to Unlock Its Full Potential

1 years ago By Sports Desk

Mexican Arrow McLaren driver Pato O’Ward is raising crucial questions about the future of IndyCar and the need for change to unlock its full potential. In a recent interview, O’Ward highlighted that there is “something missing” in IndyCar, something that still needs to be discovered for the sport to reach its peak.

One of O’Ward’s main concerns is the need for innovation and change to engage fans beyond the racing product. He argues that while the competition itself is spectacular, there is a gap to be filled to appeal to a wider audience. The 24-year-old driver emphasizes the importance of evolving, comparing IndyCar’s growth to the challenges faced by people, companies and groups over time.

O’Ward was not present at a meeting between Penske leadership and a select group of drivers, where optimism was shared by the likes of Alexander Rossi and Graham Rahal. His perspective differs, and he highlights the importance of prioritizing a new structure over an engine upgrade, especially given delays in the development of hybrid technology.

He suggests that IndyCar’s ideas are outdated and need to align with the changing growth patterns seen in recent decades. O’Ward emphasizes that while a high-quality product is vital, people’s presence and participation are key. He points out that the series has an incredible product, with exciting races, but something crucial has not yet been discovered.

The driver, known for his bold approach, argues that the incremental growth mentality is selling IndyCar short. He believes the series has the potential to grow exponentially, exceeding growth of 5 to 10 percent per year. Inspired by Arrow McLaren’s advancements, O’Ward advocates a more aggressive approach, highlighting that the potential for massive gains is within reach, but only if the series adopts a more ambitious stance.

O’Ward acknowledges he is just one voice, but highlights Arrow McLaren’s commitment to taking a more turbulent approach to driving growth. He highlights the importance of attracting new audiences to the series, recognizing that the key is exposing IndyCar to as many eyes as possible.

In short, Pato O’Ward has emerged as a prominent figure challenging IndyCar to rethink its strategies to reach its full potential. His words resonate as a call for innovation, change and a willingness to break with old conventions, offering a bold vision for the future of the category. It remains to be seen how IndyCar will respond to these calls to action and embark on a journey of evolution to secure a prominent place on the motorsports scene.

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