Catchfence

Hideki Mutoh

This year was my second year with Andretti Green Racing and in IndyCar Series. At the beginning of this year, I decided to set a very high goal — to win at least one race this year. I knew it would be tough, but I felt I needed to have a high goal.

Unfortunately, I couldn’t accomplish my goal so I must say I am a little disappointed with my overall results. But I was able to be in the top five on the last two road courses of the season, so I am confident that I am getting much more used to handling and driving the IndyCar. I know I have learned so much from my two years in the IndyCar Series and I am eager to learn more.

I think I was able to show what I’ve learned from the past races and was able to “race” with all the veteran drivers this year.

The biggest regret I have this year would be my crash during qualifying at the Indy Japan race at Motegi. Not only because it was my home race, but I promised myself that I would show my best performance there in front of the fans in Japan. I was in pain on the race day, but all the cheering and support I felt from the fans helped me finish the race. I am so grateful for having such great fans and their support.

- PaddockTalk