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Joey Barnes

Max Papis announces departure as IndyCar chief steward

Max Papis has confirmed that the 2026 IndyCar season was his final year as chief steward.

The 57-year-old Italian announced his departure via social media, ending an 11-year stint in IndyCar race control. Papis transitioned into officiating following a racing career that included seven Formula 1 starts in 1995, three victories over an 11-year career in IndyCar, and multiple starts across NASCAR's national series in the latter stages of his racing career.

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