Josef Newgarden

Josef Newgarden

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A two-time IndyCar Series season champ and two-time Indianapolis 500 winner, Hendersonville’s Josef Newgarden has experienced plenty of highs during his racing career.

Josef Newgarden at Indy 500

Josef Newgarden looks on during the Carb Day practice prior to the 109th Running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 23, 2025, in Indianapolis.

But winning in his own backyard for the first time — especially at the end of a very frustrating 2025 season — is a moment that will rank right near the top for him.