Derrick Walker has resigned as president of competition and operations for the Verizon IndyCar Series with effect from August 31, meaning that the 70-year-old motorsports veteran will leave his position at the end of the current season which concludes with the GoPro Grand Prix of Sonoma. "I have appreciated the opportunity to work closely with the team owners, drivers and the team at IndyCar," said Walker. "After two and a half racing seasons, I believe the timing is right to move on to other opportunities." Walker took up the post in May 2013 and during his tenure has overseen the addition of new aero kits bodywork technology to the cars and spearheaded additional...
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