**Cheating Scandal: Josef Newgarden Admits Manipulating System in Shocking IndyCar Disqualification**
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – In an emotional address at Barber Motorsports Park, reigning Indianapolis 500 champion Josef Newgarden took responsibility for manipulating the push-to-pass system during the season-opening IndyCar race. Newgarden’s victory was subsequently stripped by IndyCar, marking the first disqualification by the series in almost three decades. Embracing his mistake, Newgarden expressed deep remorse, acknowledging the challenge of earning back the respect of his peers in the racing community. The decision to strip Newgarden’s win …