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Kirkwood Secures First Oval Victory as Newgarden and Foster Escape Harrowing Crash at Bommarito500

Both drivers were released from the infield care center following immediate medical evaluations.

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Overview

  • On lap 131 at World Wide Technology Raceway, Louis Foster lost control in Turn 4 and spun into the wall before colliding with Josef Newgarden, flipping Newgarden’s car upside-down.
  • IndyCar safety crews reached the wreck within seconds and both drivers were cleared to leave without serious injury.
  • The race resumed under extended caution flags for debris cleanup and SAFER Barrier repairs instead of being red-flagged.
  • Kyle Kirkwood held off Pato O’Ward to claim his first oval victory and his third win of the 2025 season.
  • Newgarden and Foster were classified 25th and 26th, respectively, extending a season already marked by three DNFs in seven races.