Scott Dixon Biography: Ethnicity, Parents, Awards, Net Worth, Age, Height, Instagram

Sir Scott Ronald Glyndwr Dixon KNZM, professionally known as Scott Dixon, is a New Zealand racing driver and one of the most successful competitors in IndyCar history.

Racing for Chip Ganassi since 2003, he has won six IndyCar championships (2003, 2008, 2013, 2015, 2018, 2020) and the 2008 Indianapolis 500.

He also holds the record for 21 consecutive winning seasons (as of 2026) and has 59 career victories, second only to A.J. Foyt.

Quick Facts

Early Life and Education

Scott Ronald Glyndwr Dixon was born on July 22, 1980, in Brisbane, Australia, to New Zealand parents Ron Dixon and Glenys Dixon, who both had racing interests.

He grew up as the youngest child and only son, with two older sisters, Traci and Adelle.

The family moved to New Zealand, where Dixon attended Manurewa Central Primary School, Green Meadows Intermediate, and James Cook High School before leaving formal education early to prioritize his racing career, supported by his school’s recognition of his academic ability and focus on motorsport. His ethnicity is New Zealand European, and his religion is unknown.

Career

Scott Dixon began karting at age seven after watching cousins race, quickly advancing to win the New Zealand Formula Vee championship at 13.

He dominated domestic series like Formula Ford and the Toyota Racing Series before moving to Europe and the U.S., securing titles in Barber Dodge Pro Series and Toyota Atlantic.

Joining Chip Ganassi Racing in 2003, he won his first IndyCar championship that year as a rookie, establishing a long-term partnership that produced consistent excellence.

Dixon’s peak achievements include his 2008 Indianapolis 500 win and second championship, followed by additional titles in 2013, 2015, 2018, and 2020, with standout seasons featuring multiple victories and strategic mastery.

He also competed successfully in endurance events, winning the Rolex 24 at Daytona three times (2006, 2015 with Ganassi; 2020 with Wayne Taylor Racing).

Known for adaptability and low-error driving, he set records for podiums, top finishes, and longevity, earning knighthood (KNZM) in 2019 for services to motorsport.

Scott Dixon remains a factory driver for Chip Ganassi Racing in the NTT IndyCar Series, piloting the No. 9 PNC Bank Honda into 2026 with a “brilliantly boring” livery emphasizing reliability.

Entering his 25th season with the team, he finished third in 2025 with a win at Mid-Ohio, extending his streak of victories across 21 consecutive seasons.

Inducted into the IMS Hall of Fame in 2026, his legacy as the winningest active driver and consistent champion continues to inspire, with a focus on chasing a record-tying seventh title.

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Personal Life

Scott Dixon married Emma Davies, a former British and Welsh 800m track champion and television presenter, in February 2008 after meeting earlier that year. The couple has three children: daughters Poppy and Tilly, and son Kit.

Based primarily in the United States for racing but with strong New Zealand ties, Dixon balances a demanding schedule with family life, often crediting his wife and children for support.

He maintains a grounded, family-oriented approach away from the track, enjoying time with relatives and pursuing interests beyond racing.

Net Worth

Scott Dixon has an estimated net worth of $36 million. His primary sources of income include his long-term contract and performance bonuses with Chip Ganassi Racing, substantial prize money from six championships, the 2008 Indy 500, and 59 race wins (including significant Indianapolis 500 earnings), along with major sponsorships from partners like PNC Bank, Honda, and others in the IndyCar ecosystem.