Arrow McLaren SP announced on Tuesday that two-time Indianapolis 500 winner Juan Pablo Montoya will once again join the team for the month of May, the Grand Prix of Indianapolis and the 106th running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge once again teaming up with the team’s full-time IndyCar Series drivers, Pato O’Ward and Felix Rosenqvist.
Montoya who finished last year’s Indianapolis 500 in ninth place commented saying:
“I’m excited to return to Indianapolis with Arrow McLaren SP and Mission, to once again compete in a race that holds a special place in my heart – the Indianapolis 500. I had a great experience with the team last year and look forward to building on the progress we made in 2021. I think we have a real shot at competing at the front of the field and challenging for the win.”
The Colombian will drive the No.6 Mission Foods Arrow McLaren SP Chevrolet and speaking about his return, McLaren CEO Zak Brown commented saying:
“We’re delighted to have both Juan Pablo and Mission Foods back for another Indianapolis 500. Juan Pablo is an institution in motorsport, with two Indianapolis 500 victories and an impressive Formula 1 career with multiple wins for McLaren. He adds experience that really benefits our team, giving us another driver with the potential to win anytime he steps into the car.”
Juan Gonzalez, Mission Foods Chief Executive Officer said:
“We are thrilled to partner again with Juan Pablo Montoya and Arrow McLaren SP for the 106th Running of the Indianapolis 500. The Indianapolis 500 and Juan Pablo are legendary to racing and loved by race fans everywhere. It’s an honor for our brand to align with icons like these.”
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