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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jenna Fryer

Juri Vips gets 2nd chance in racing after use of racial slur nearly ended his career

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Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing knew its latest driver would be controversial, so much so that the social media manager turned off the ability to comment on posts announcing the hiring.

Juri Vips, a 23-year-old from Estonia, will make his IndyCar debut this Sunday at Portland International Raceway and finish the season in the No. 30 Honda for RLL. He will also race next week's finale in Monterey, California.

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