Dixon 5th, McLaughlin 6th in tense Texas oval contest

New Zealand’s Scott Dixon has finished fifth in this morning’s IndyCar PPG 375 at Texas Motor Speedway, one spot to the good over compatriot Scott McLaughlin. A tense race was won by Team Penske’s Josef Newgarden under caution, with Pato O’Ward finishing second and Alex Palous keeping third. It was a solid showing from both …