Scott Dixon's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Scott Dixon. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Scott Dixon is a highly accomplished New Zealand racing driver competing in the IndyCar Series for Chip Ganassi Racing. He is a six-time IndyCar Series champion (2003, 2008, 2013, 2015, 2018, 2020) and the 2008 Indianapolis 500 winner. His achievements extend beyond IndyCar, including three 24 Hours of Daytona victories (2006, 2015, 2020) and two Petit Le Mans wins, solidifying his reputation as one of the most successful and versatile drivers in motorsports.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1991: Third in Australian Drivers' Championship

In 1991, Scott Dixon finished the 14-race series third in the under-powered Ralt Australia Reynard 91D–Holden car, earning Rookie of the Year honors.

1992: New Zealand Junior Restricted Championship

In 1992, Scott Dixon won the New Zealand Junior Restricted Championship.

1994: New Zealand Formula Vee Championship

In 1994, Scott Dixon took the New Zealand Formula Vee Championship at his first attempt to become its youngest champion. He also drove the 1994 NZRDC Formula Ford Winter Series. In 1994, he was also second in the New Zealand Formula Class II Championship.

1996: New Zealand Formula Ford Class II Championship

In 1996, Scott Dixon drove a 1600cc light, low-downforce pushrod open-wheel car in the higher-tier New Zealand Formula Ford Class II Championship, winning the category title with 13 victories in 14 events.

1997: Formula Ford Title Win

In 1997, Scott Dixon secured the Formula Ford title with 8 wins from 15 starts, driving a 1992 Swift car.

1998: Australian Drivers' Championship

In 1998, Scott Dixon won the Australian Drivers' Championship, showcasing his talent on an international stage.

1999: Jim Clark Trophy Award

In 1999, Scott Dixon was awarded the Jim Clark Trophy.

2000: Indy Lights Success

In 2000, Scott Dixon won the Indy Lights series, a significant milestone in his progression towards major open-wheel racing.

2001: CART Debut and First Win

In 2001, Scott Dixon debuted in Championship Auto Racing Teams (CART) with PacWest Racing. In 2001, he also won his first major open-wheel race in his third series start.

2001: Jim Clark Trophy Award

In 2001, Scott Dixon was awarded the Jim Clark Trophy.

2001: CART Promotion and Lehigh Valley Grand Prix Win

In 2001, Scott Dixon was promoted to CART by PacWest. In 2001, Dixon won the Lehigh Valley Grand Prix at Nazareth Speedway, becoming the youngest winner of a major open-wheel race.

2003: IndyCar Series Title Win

In 2003, Scott Dixon and CGR moved to the IndyCar Series. In 2003, Scott Dixon won the title in his debut season with three victories.

2003: Switches to IndyCar Series and Championship Win

In 2003, Scott Dixon and CGR switched from CART to the IndyCar Series. In 2003, he won his debut race and subsequently won the championship with 507 points.

2003: Scott Dixon's First IndyCar Series Championship

In 2003, Scott Dixon claimed his first IndyCar Series drivers' championship title while driving the No. 9 Chip Ganassi Racing (CGR) Dallara DW12-Honda car.

2003: Bruce McLaren Trophy Award

In 2003, Scott Dixon was awarded the Bruce McLaren Trophy.

2004: Jim Clark Trophy Award

In 2004, Scott Dixon was awarded the Jim Clark Trophy.

2006: First 24 Hours of Daytona Victory

In 2006, Scott Dixon achieved his first victory in the 24 Hours of Daytona with CGR.

2008: Bruce McLaren Trophy and New Zealand Sportsman of the Year

In 2008, Scott Dixon was awarded the Bruce McLaren Trophy and named New Zealand's Sportsman of the Year.

2008: New Zealand's Sportsman of the Year

In 2008, Scott Dixon was named New Zealand's Sportsman of the Year.

2008: Second IndyCar Championship and Indianapolis 500 Win

In 2008, Scott Dixon won his second IndyCar Series championship. In 2008, he also won the Indianapolis 500 with CGR.

2008: Second IndyCar Series Title

In 2008, Scott Dixon won the Gainsco Auto Insurance Indy 300, Indianapolis 500, Bombardier Learjet 550, Firestone Indy 200, Rexall Edmonton Indy, and Meijer Indy 300. He secured his second IndyCar series title by finishing close behind Hélio Castroneves at the season-ending Peak Antifreeze Indy 300.

2009: Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit

In 2009, Scott Dixon was made a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit.

2009: Championship Runner-Up and Victory Record

In 2009, Scott Dixon won the RoadRunner Turbo Indy 300, ABC Supply Company A.J. Foyt 225, SunTrust Indy Challenge, Honda 200, and Indy Japan 300. His victory at Mid-Ohio broke Sam Hornish Jr.'s all-time victory record. He finished as the championship runner-up to Dario Franchitti.

2009: New Zealand Champions of World Motorsport stamp series and MotorSport New Zealand Wall of Fame induction

In early 2009, NZ Post issued the New Zealand Champions of World Motorsport stamp series featuring Scott Dixon. In 2009, Dixon was also inducted into the MotorSport New Zealand Wall of Fame.

July 2013: Named one of the 50 greatest drivers to have never raced in F1

In July 2013, Autosport magazine named Scott Dixon as one of the 50 greatest drivers to have never raced in F1.

2013: Third IndyCar Series Championship

In 2013, Scott Dixon secured his third IndyCar Series drivers' championship title.

2013: New Zealand's Sportsman of the Year

In 2013, Scott Dixon was named New Zealand's Sportsman of the Year.

2014: Induction into the Road to Indy Hall of Fame

In 2014, Scott Dixon was inducted into the Road to Indy Hall of Fame.

2015: Nomination as New Zealand's Sportsman of the Year

In 2015, Scott Dixon was nominated as New Zealand's Sportsman of the Year.

2015: Fourth IndyCar Series Championship and Daytona Victory

In 2015, Scott Dixon won his fourth IndyCar Series championship. Also in 2015, he secured a victory in the 24 Hours of Daytona with CGR.

2015: Fourth IndyCar Championship

In 2015, Scott Dixon won his fourth IndyCar championship, tying Juan Pablo Montoya on points but winning due to a tie-breaker based on the number of victories.

September 2018: "Scott Dixon Day" in Indianapolis

On September 24, 2018, the Mayor of Indianapolis, Joe Hogsett, declared it "Scott Dixon Day" in Indianapolis.

2018: Fifth IndyCar Series Championship

In 2018, Scott Dixon claimed his fifth IndyCar Series drivers' championship title.

2018: Nomination as New Zealand's Sportsman of the Year

In 2018, Scott Dixon was nominated as New Zealand's Sportsman of the Year.

2019: Jim Clark Trophy and Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit

In 2019, Scott Dixon was awarded the Jim Clark Trophy and appointed Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit.

2020: Sixth IndyCar Series Championship and Daytona Victory

In 2020, Scott Dixon secured his sixth IndyCar Series drivers' championship. Furthermore, in 2020, he achieved a victory in the 24 Hours of Daytona with Wayne Taylor Racing.