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Palou Extends IndyCar Lead With Sixth Win at Road America

Fuel-saving strategy in sweltering heat propelled him to a 93-point championship cushion

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Overview

  • Alex Palou sealed his sixth win of the season at Road America by preserving fuel over the final laps.
  • Four caution flags in the opening 23 laps prompted teams to split into varied pit strategies.
  • Felix Rosenqvist crossed the line two seconds behind in second, while Santino Ferrucci finished third before running dry.
  • Extreme track temperatures intensified on-track battles and forced Scott Dixon to pit late for extra fuel.
  • Palou became the first driver since A.J. Foyt in 1975 to win six of the opening nine races in a single IndyCar season.