SPEED with Harvick and Buxton

Christian Lundgaard | What's Next for INDYCAR's Top Free Agent?

SPEED with Harvick and Buxton

Show Notes

Christian Lundgaard sits down with Will Buxton for an raw, unfiltered look at his future. Despite delivering multiple wins in 2026 and driving to the top of the INDYCAR standings, Lundgaard finds himself navigating a split from Arrow McLaren as the paddock's most sought-after free agent for 2027.

From racing past national monuments on pit lane at the Freedom 250 to addressing Silly Season speculation and his search for a new championship home, the 25-year-old Dane opens up about channeling paddock noise into performance and what legacy he wants to leave behind.

CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Welcome to The Freedom 250 in D.C. 01:10 - Racing INDYCAR in D.C. 04:30 - INDYCAR's scheduling ambitions 07:00 - 2026 review; Currently 3rd in points 9:08 - Navigating the McLaren Split 16:00 - Free Agency 2027: What Lundgaard Wants in His Next Team 19:50 - How does Freedom 250 compare to other big races? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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