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, a New Zealand racing driver, is a prominent figure in the IndyCar Series, driving the No. 9 Chip Ganassi Racing car. He boasts six IndyCar Series drivers' championships (2003, 2008, 2013, 2015, 2018, 2020) and secured victory in the 2008 Indianapolis 500. Dixon's achievements also extend to sports car racing, with three 24 Hours of Daytona wins (2006, 2015, 2020) and two Petit Le Mans victories, solidifying his status as a versatile and accomplished racer.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1992: New Zealand Junior Restricted Championship

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

1994: Formula Vee Championship

In 1994, Scott Dixon took the New Zealand Formula Vee Championship at his first attempt to become its youngest champion.

1994: New Zealand Formula Vee Championship Win

In 1994, Scott Dixon won the New Zealand Formula Vee Championship.

1996: 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.

1996: New Zealand Formula Ford Class II Championship Win

In 1996, Scott Dixon won the New Zealand Formula Ford Class II Championship.

1997: 1996-1997 Formula Ford Title

In 1997, Scott Dixon secured the 1996-1997 Formula Ford title with 8 wins from 15 starts.

1998: Australian Gold Star Drivers' Championship

In 1998, Scott Dixon achieved five wins, five second-places and seven pole positions to claim the Australian Gold Star Drivers' Championship, after a season-long duel with future V8 Supercars racer Todd Kelly. He was driving the 1992 SH Racing Reynard 92D–Holden car.

1998: Australian Drivers' Championship Win

In 1998, Scott Dixon won the Australian Drivers' Championship.

1999: Awarded the Jim Clark Trophy

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

2000: Indy Lights Win

In 2000, Scott Dixon won Indy Lights.

2001: Awarded the Jim Clark Trophy

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 owner Bruce McCaw and won the Lehigh Valley Grand Prix at Nazareth Speedway on his third career start, becoming the youngest winner of a major open-wheel race.

2003: IndyCar Series Debut and Championship Win

In 2003, Scott Dixon and CGR (Chip Ganassi Racing) switched to the IndyCar Series, with Dixon winning his debut race and ultimately securing the championship.

2003: First IndyCar Title

In 2003, Scott Dixon and Chip Ganassi Racing (CGR) moved to the IndyCar Series, where Dixon won the title in his debut season with three victories.

2003: First IndyCar Series Championship

In 2003, Scott Dixon claimed his first IndyCar Series drivers' championship title.

2003: Awarded the Bruce McLaren Trophy

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

2004: Awarded the Jim Clark Trophy

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

2005: Struggles and Victory at Watkins Glen

In 2005, Scott Dixon struggled early in the season compared to his previous two years. At the Indianapolis 500, he finished 24th after an accident. However, at Watkins Glen Indy Grand Prix, he won his first series victory in 40 races after leading 25 laps.

2005: One Race Win

In 2005, Scott Dixon won one race.

2006: Victory at Watkins Glen and Nashville Speedway

In 2006, CGR switched to Honda engines. Dixon achieved consecutive second-place finishes in St. Petersburg and Motegi. He won the Watkins Glen Indy Grand Prix and the Firestone Indy 200 at Nashville Speedway. He finished fourth overall in the championship.

2006: Daytona Victory

In 2006, Scott Dixon achieved a 24 Hours of Daytona victory with Chip Ganassi Racing (CGR).

2008: Awarded the Bruce McLaren Trophy and Named 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

In 2008, Scott Dixon won his second IndyCar championship with five victories, including the Indianapolis 500.

2008: Second IndyCar Championship and Indianapolis 500 Win

In 2008, Scott Dixon won his second IndyCar championship, and he also won the Indianapolis 500 with Chip Ganassi Racing (CGR).

2008: Second Series Title

In 2008, Scott Dixon won the Gainsco Auto Insurance Indy 300, the Indianapolis 500, the Bombardier Learjet 550, the Firestone Indy 200, the Rexall Edmonton Indy, and the Meijer Indy 300. He won his second series title after finishing 0.0033 seconds behind Hélio Castroneves in the 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

In 2009, Scott Dixon won the RoadRunner Turbo Indy 300, the ABC Supply Company A.J. Foyt 225, the SunTrust Indy Challenge, the Honda 200 at Mid-Ohio, and the Indy Japan 300. He finished third in the season-ending Firestone Indy 300 and was championship runner-up to Dario Franchitti.

2009: Featured in NZ Post stamp series and inducted into MotorSport New Zealand Wall of Fame

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

2010: Third Overall in the Championship

In 2010, Scott Dixon won the RoadRunner Turbo Indy 300 and the Honda Indy Edmonton. He finished the season by winning the 2010 Cafés do Brasil Indy 300 at Homestead and finishing third overall with 547 points.

2011: Third in the Driver's Championship

In 2011, Scott Dixon won the Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio and the Indy Japan: The Final at Motegi. He finished third in the Kentucky Indy 300 and was third in the Drivers' Championship with 518 points.

2012: Victories at Detroit and Mid-Ohio

In 2012, Scott Dixon won the Chevrolet Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix and the Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio. He finished third overall in the championship with 435 points.

2013: Third IndyCar Series Championship

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

2013: New Zealand's Sportsman of the Year Again

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

2013: Third Series Title

In 2013, Scott Dixon won the Pocono IndyCar 400, both races of the Honda Indy Toronto doubleheader, and the first race of the Shell-Pennzoil Grand Prix of Houston doubleheader. He won his third series title with 577 points.

2014: Inducted into the Road to Indy Hall of Fame

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

2014: Third in the Final Championship Standings

In 2014, Scott Dixon won the Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio and the GoPro Indy Grand Prix of Sonoma. He finished third in the final championship standings with 604 points.

2015: Nominated 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 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.

2015: Fourth IndyCar Series Championship and Daytona Win

In 2015, Scott Dixon won his fourth IndyCar championship. He also had a 24 Hours of Daytona victory with Chip Ganassi Racing (CGR).

2015: Fourth Championship Title

In 2015, Scott Dixon won the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach, the Firestone 600 at Texas, and the GoPro Grand Prix of Sonoma. He secured his fourth championship title.

2015: 24 Hours of Daytona Win

In 2015, Scott Dixon, along with Tony Kanaan, Kyle Larson and Jamie McMurray, won the 24 Hours of Daytona. He finished fourth in both the 12 Hours of Sebring and the Petit Le Mans.

2016: IndyCar Grand Prix Win

In 2016, Scott Dixon won the Desert Diamond West Valley Phoenix Grand Prix and the IndyCar Grand Prix at The Glen. He finished sixth in the Drivers' Championship.

September 2018: "Scott Dixon Day" declared in Indianapolis

On September 24, 2018, Joe Hogsett, the Mayor of Indianapolis, recognized Scott Dixon's motor racing achievements by declaring it "Scott Dixon Day" in Indianapolis.

2018: Fifth IndyCar Championship

In 2018, Scott Dixon drove a car with a new aerodynamic package and achieved five top-ten finishes, including podiums at the Indianapolis road course and the Indianapolis 500. He won the first race of the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix doubleheader, led the DXC Technology 600 at Texas, and won the Honda Indy Toronto. Dixon finished no lower than fifth in the final five races, took pole position at Gateway, and secured his fifth IndyCar championship by finishing second at the Grand Prix of Sonoma with 678 points.

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

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

2018: GTLM Category Win at the 24 Hours of Daytona

In 2018, Scott Dixon, alongside Ryan Briscoe and Richard Westbrook, won the GTLM category of the 24 Hours of Daytona.

2019: Second Race Win at the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix

In 2019, Scott Dixon signed a contract extension with CGR, rejecting an offer from McLaren. He achieved four podium finishes in the first seven races, won the second race of the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix doubleheader, and secured his second victory at the Honda Indy 200. Dixon finished fourth in the Drivers' Championship standings with 578 points.

2019: Awarded the Jim Clark Trophy and appointed 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 for services to motorsport in the Queen's Birthday Honours.

2020: Sixth IndyCar Series Championship and Daytona Win

In 2020, Scott Dixon claimed his sixth title as drivers' champion of the IndyCar Series. He also secured a 24 Hours of Daytona victory with Wayne Taylor Racing.

2020: 24 Hours of Daytona Victory

In 2020, Scott Dixon, along with Ryan Briscoe, Kamui Kobayashi and Renger van der Zande, won the 24 Hours of Daytona. He finished 16th overall in the Bathurst 12 Hour. Dixon, Briscoe and Van Der Zande won the Petit Le Mans.

2020: Sixth Drivers' Championship

In 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic-shortened season, Scott Dixon won the Genesys 300, matching A. J. Foyt's record of 18 seasons with a victory. He also won the GMR Grand Prix, the first race of the REV Group Grand Prix doubleheader, and his 50th career win at the Bommarito Automotive Group 500. Dixon secured his sixth drivers' championship, finishing third in the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg.

2021: 19th Season Victory

In 2021, Scott Dixon finished third at Barber and St. Petersburg, and won the first race of the Genesys 300 doubleheader, surpassing Foyt's record of winning a race in the most seasons during his 19th season. He finished fourth in the final season standings with 481 points.

2021: Nominated as New Zealand's Sportsman of the Year

In 2021, Scott Dixon was nominated as New Zealand's Sportsman of the Year.

2022: Fourth Toronto Victory

In 2022, Scott Dixon finished in the top ten in the first five races, qualified on pole for the Indianapolis 500, and won his fourth Toronto victory. He also won the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix. Dixon finished fourth in the championship standings with 521 points.

2023: 19 Consecutive Seasons with a Win

In 2023, Scott Dixon signed a multi-year contract extension with CGR and started the season improving his qualifying. After overcoming challenges, he extended his record streak to 19 consecutive seasons with at least one race victory by winning the Gallagher Grand Prix and surpassed Kanaan's record of consecutive IndyCar starts. Dixon also won the Bommarito Automotive Group 500 and finished second in the Drivers' Championship, ending the season with a victory in the Firestone Grand Prix of Monterey.

March 2024: Inducted into the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America

In March 2024, Scott Dixon was inducted into the Open Wheel category of the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America.

2024: 24 Hours of Daytona and Sebring

In 2024, Scott Dixon retired from the 24 Hours of Daytona and finished second overall in the 12 Hours of Sebring. He also retired from the 24 Hours of Le Mans and won the season-ending Petit Le Mans.

2024: Most Career IndyCar Podiums

In 2024, Scott Dixon won the Grand Prix of Long Beach and the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix. His second-place finish in the second race of the Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s moved him past Mario Andretti for the record of most career IndyCar podiums with his 142nd. Dixon was sixth in the points standings with 456.

2025: First Victory of the Season

In 2025, Scott Dixon finished second at the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg. At the Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio, he achieved his first victory of the season after his teammate Palou ran wide.