Grosjean: Fighting for podiums in IndyCar ‘definitely a revival’
Romain Grosjean’s maiden IndyCar season has led to a “revival” for the former Haas F1 driver whose performances in the US are enthralling the local crowds.
Grosjean snatched his third IndyCar podium at Laguna Seca, thanks to a late charge and a string of remarkable overtakes that landed him a third-place finish hot on the heels of runner-up and championship leader Alex Palou and just a handful of seconds behind winner Colton Herta.
Grosjean’s hot laps in the final stage of the race delighted the fans who offered the Dale Coyne Racing driver a well-deserved and roaring ovation as he stepped up on to the podium last Sunday.
In a very short time, the Frenchman has succeeded in attracting a fan base that continues to grow with each race.
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“It’s difficult to describe, it’s just been incredible,” said an emotional Grosjean when all was said and done.
“At the podium, when I got the ovation, I almost cried, and I don’t cry very often. Because it’s been more than anything I could imagine.
“Without the fans, we wouldn’t be racing. They are a very important part of what we do. But what they give me back is just incredible. So I wanted to share with them the podium.”
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Amid yet-to-be-confirmed reports that Grosjean has secured a plum full-time drive with Andretti Autosport next season, the IndyCar rookie appears to have found his new home in the US series, a place perhaps less prominent in the world of motorsport than Formula 1, but an esteemed and reputable spot nevertheless, where a driver’s true merits are rewarded and where sport takes precedence over politics.
“I was one of the 20 lucky guys in the world to make it to Formula 1 and I had an incredible career,” said the 35-year-old.
“Yes, the last few years were a bit tough and frustrating. I knew how to drive, but I couldn’t show anything.
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