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Alex Palou Secures Fourth IndyCar Win of 2025 at Indianapolis Road Course

The Chip Ganassi Racing driver extends his championship lead to nearly 100 points after a dominant performance in the Sonsio Grand Prix.

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Overview

  • Alex Palou claimed his fourth victory of the 2025 IndyCar season, winning the Sonsio Grand Prix and further solidifying his championship lead by nearly 100 points.
  • Palou overcame early challenges, including losing the lead to Graham Rahal, before reclaiming it with a decisive overtake on lap 58 at Turn 7.
  • The race marked the first mid-race caution in five events, triggered by David Malukas stalling with 16 laps remaining, breaking a streak of 408 consecutive green-flag laps.
  • Pato O’Ward finished second after an impressive climb from eighth on the grid, while Will Power secured third place using a similar tire strategy.
  • IndyCar’s mandated use of two sets of primary and alternate tires added strategic complexity, with Palou mastering the requirements to maintain his dominant form.