Josef Newgarden’s lead in the IndyCar championship standings has evaporated after he and teammate Will Power were penalized for using the overtake system on restarts at the St. Petersburg Grand Prix. Their penalties resulted in Penske’s Scott McLaughlin dropping from third to 29th in the standings. Scott Dixon of Chip Ganassi Racing now leads the championship with 79 points.
With Cole Palmer potentially unavailable due to illness, Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino faces the task of selecting a penalty taker for their upcoming match against Arsenal. Pochettino expressed confidence in the squad’s penalty-taking abilities, citing the likes of Noni Madueke, Gallagher, Fernandez, Jackson, and Mudryk as potential candidates. The manager indicated that the decision would be made upon selecting the starting lineup, considering factors such as the individual’s form and confidence. The news highlights the importance of penalty takers within a team and the need for versatility in this crucial role.
