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Alex Palou cements IndyCar dominance with first Indianapolis 500 victory

Ruling out a Formula 1 switch, he focuses on next weekend's Detroit Grand Prix before exploring NASCAR road-course ventures.

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Overview

  • Palou overtook Marcus Ericsson with 14 laps to go to become the first Spanish driver to win the 109th Indianapolis 500.
  • His Memorial Day triumph marks his fifth victory in six races this season, extending his lead in the championship standings and putting him in line for a fourth IndyCar title.
  • The 2025 Indy 500 drew over seven million viewers on Fox, the biggest TV audience since 2008, highlighting a surge in the series’ popularity.
  • He confirmed he has no plans to join Formula 1 and signaled interest in racing NASCAR road and street courses later this year.
  • Palou will aim for a sixth win of the season at the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix on June 1, live on Fox and the Fox Sports app.