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Chip Ganassi Racing says six-time IndyCar champion Scott Dixon won't return in 2027
By Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 2, 2026
· 1 min read
LEXINGTON, Ohio (AP) — 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. “Togeth...
Key takeaway Owner Chip Ganassi announced Thursday that Dixon recently informed the team he would not return in 2027.
Why this matters in The McAllen
The departure of Scott Dixon from Chip Ganassi Racing may seem like a distant development to McAllen residents, but it has implications for local racing fans who follow the IndyCar series. The Rio Grande Valley has a strong affinity for motorsports, and Dixon's accomplishments have been closely watched by enthusiasts in the area. As the region's racing community reacts to the news, it will be interesting to see how this change affects the sport's popularity in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area. With Dixon's impressive career spanning 24 years, his legacy will likely continue to inspire young drivers and fans in the Valley, potentially influencing the growth of local racing programs and events. The impact of his departure on the IndyCar series as a whole will also be closely monitored by Valley residents who appreciate the thrill and competition of professional racing.
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Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
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What is this story about? LEXINGTON, Ohio (AP) — 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. “Togeth...
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