It is a blast from the past this week as our latest Overtake award is from the 2012 IndyCar Championship. The supreme skill involved in Simon Pagenaud’s double overtake at the Grand Prix of Alabama however ensures it is a worthy winner.

On the opening lap of the race, the blue and white machine of Simon Pagenaud was dicing with the black and white car of our latest ‘Ask A Pro’, Will Power. Heading in to the tight hairpin left-hander, they were both coming up fast on E.J. Viso.

With Pagenaud on the outside, Power made his move ,down the inside of Viso. The Frenchman however, as he was on the outside line, could afford to brake later and go deeper into the corner.

Viso was left with few options as he was attacked from both sides and the Australian Power sliced ahead. Pagenaud however saw an opportunity to not only attempt a pass on Viso, but Power as well. He managed to get on the throttle early and find grip around the outside of the turn.

Viso was relegated two positions at the corner and Pagenaud was now able to attack the future IndyCar Series champion for another place.

Getting a great exit out of the corner, Pagenaud was able to pull alongside the Team Penske car and down the back straight, move ahead. He was able to do this due to his grippier tyres but also a smooth throttle application that ensured he did not spin his tyres unnecessarily.

Will Power was to have the last laugh however as he went on to claim victory in the race. If you have any questions for the Australian about overtaking or any other racing matter, then ask him here.

Watch the overtake here (move at 6:51):