VeeKay puts JHR in the spotlight with strong WWTR run

It’s hard for midfield teams to make their presence felt in the IndyCar Series.

Juncos Hollinger Racing is the perfect example of a quality organization in need of breakthrough performances to attract more sponsors and elite staff, and thanks to the efforts of Rinus VeeKay, the team is resetting expectations for what the No. 76 Chevy can achieve.

Nestled in 13th between Chip Ganassi Racing's Scott Dixon and ECR's Alexander Rossi in the championship, the Dutchman has made a habit out of getting to the finish line in positions that positively reflect his talent and the team’s increasing capabilities.

“Really great job by the No. 76 crew,” VeeKay said after chasing home ECR’s Christian Rasmussen on Sunday night at World Wide Technology Raceway. “It was a good race, coming from 13th to fourth. Obviously, we wanted a podium at the end there, but I think we can be very satisfied with fourth place considering where we came from and how we raced."

VeeKay also drove the No. 76 car to sixth at the Indianapolis 500, the best to date for JHR at the Speedway.

“Unfortunately, there wasn't a lot of passing going on at the end,” he continued, describing his pursuit of the ECR driver. “I think we got close to pulling one off, but it is what it is. We had a little bit of understeer and I just couldn't get by, but I gave it a good shot.

"The guys in pit lane were incredible all night and Chevrolet power got us really far. I'm happy to finally get a really good (short) oval finish. I think we could have had one in Phoenix as well, but this weekend, and especially today, we did what we needed to do.”