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Arrow McLaren signs Theo Pourchaire as replacement driver for injured Malukas

Highlights
  • Arrow McLaren has chosen Theo Pourchaire to replace the injured David Malukas in the upcoming races.
  • Pourchaire will be the full-time driver for Arrow McLaren except for the Indianapolis 500 due to not being approved by the IndyCar Series.
  • The team is making adjustments to ensure a smooth transition and performance for the remainder of the season.
Story

Arrow McLaren has chosen Theo Pourchaire to drive their No. 6 Chevrolet car for most IndyCar races, except the Indianapolis 500. Callum Ilott will race in the 500 instead. Pourchaire started his IndyCar journey at Long Beach, finishing 11th, and then raced at Barber Motorsports Park. He is now preparing for the Indianapolis Grand Prix. Pourchaire is excited about this opportunity and aims to improve with each race. He has shown potential in his first races and won titles in 2018 and 2019. Pourchaire's focus is now on learning the Indianapolis Motor Speedway's road course. The team believes in his ability to learn quickly and develop as an IndyCar driver. Practice and qualifying are on Friday, with the race on Saturday. Arrow McLaren sees Pourchaire as a valuable addition to their team and is confident in his potential. Pourchaire will drive the No. 6 car for most races, except the Indianapolis 500. He is grateful for the opportunity and is determined to learn and grow with the team. His performance has impressed Arrow McLaren, leading to his full-time role. Pourchaire's commitment to improvement and his adaptability within the team have been key factors in his selection. The team is excited to work with Pourchaire and believes in his abilities to achieve good results in the IndyCar Series. Pourchaire's success in Formula 2 and his quick learning in IndyCar have shown his potential. Arrow McLaren is looking forward to seeing him develop further and achieve success alongside the No. 6 team.

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