Neither Scott Dixon nor Alex Tagliani wants to finish second – in anything – even if it’s an online fund-raiser for their designated charities.

 

There’s added incentive to win the Power of 2 – Indy edition. The runner-up will have to don a costume and ride a tricycle on the grounds of the Indiana State Fair next month. Should Tagliani lose, he’ll wear a beaver costume, representative of his native Canada. Should Dixon lose, he’ll wear a sheep costume, representative of his native New Zealand.

 

Tagliani is supporting Anaphylaxis Canada, while Dixon is backing two groups that focus on young people living with cancer – CanTeen and Teens Living with Cancer.

 

Fans can donate at www.power-of-2.org for either driver multiple times until 8 p.m. (ET) July 18.

 

“As someone with a severe food allergy to peanuts and tree nuts, I can tell you that an anaphylactic reaction is far more frightening than driving a race car,” said Tagliani, a Montreal native. “Helping kids better manage their allergies and live safely is something I am very passionate about.

“That’s why I am a proud supporter of Anaphylaxis Canada and this challenge. I also can’t wait to see Scott get on the kid’s bike in his sheep costume.”

Dixon would prefer videotaping Tagliani in the beaver costume.

"I’ve been a strong supporter and spokesperson for both CanTeen and Teens Living with Cancer because I feel this age group often gets overlooked,” Dixon said. “Oftentimes people immediately think of either helping children or adults, but teenagers are going through a lot to begin with at this stage in their lives. It’s one of the most difficult stages of your life – even without the added difficulties of fighting cancer.

“​It’s cool to be a part of these organizations as you can really make a big impact on young people at this stage in their life. It has been a very rewarding relationship for me over the years, and the Power of 2 promotion will only increase the exposure we are trying to create for them.”