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Simon Pagenaud

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Simon Pagenaud is a French kart racer recognized for his extensive success in competitive motorsport. He achieved significant acclaim winning the Indianapolis 500 and the IndyCar Series championship in 2016 while driving with Team Penske. His career began in karting during the 1990s, establishing him as a formidable talent before transitioning to open-wheel racing. Pagenaud’s achievements are of particular interest to fans of American open-wheel racing and those following international motorsport competitions.

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Did Simon Pagenaud win the Indianapolis 500?

Yes, Simon Pagenaud won the Indianapolis 500 in 2019 while driving for Team Penske, becoming the first French driver to win the race since Gaston Chevrolet in 1920. He also won the IndyCar Series championship in 2016, also with Team Penske.

What team has Simon Pagenaud driven for in IndyCar?

Pagenaud drove for Team Penske in the IndyCar Series from 2015, where he achieved his greatest successes including the 2016 series championship and the 2019 Indianapolis 500 victory. Prior to joining Penske, he competed for Schmidt Peterson Motorsports in the IndyCar Series.

What was Simon Pagenaud's career before IndyCar?

Before moving to IndyCar, Pagenaud competed in the American Le Mans Series, where he won the 2010 LMP1 championship driving for Highcroft Racing. He also had stints in European open-wheel racing and began his motorsport career in karting in his native France.

What car number is Simon Pagenaud associated with?

Pagenaud is closely associated with the number 22, which he ran for many years at Team Penske in the IndyCar Series. The car carried him to both his 2016 championship and his 2019 Indianapolis 500 victory.