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Rasmussen Seizes First IndyCar Win With Late Charge at Milwaukee

A late rain caution opened the door for a fresh‑tire strategy that flipped the race against long‑dominant Alex Palou.

MILWAUKEE - AUGUST 24: Christian Rasmussen, driver of the #21 Ed Carpenter Racing Chevrolet, hugs teammate, Alexander Rossi, in victory lane after winning the NTT IndyCar Series Snap-On Milwaukee Mile 250 at the Milwaukee Mile on Aug. 24, 2025, in Milwaukee. Photo: Joe Skibinski/Penske Entertainment
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Alexander Rossi at the 2025 Snap On 250 at the Milwaukee Mile.

Overview

  • A brief shower on Lap 209 triggered the final caution, and Christian Rasmussen pitted for fresh Firestones while Alex Palou stayed out.
  • Restarting sixth, Rasmussen carved through the leaders and passed Palou on Lap 235 to win by 1.9463 seconds.
  • Palou led 199 of 250 laps and finished second, ending his chance to tie A. J. Foyt and Al Unser Sr. for the single‑season wins record.
  • The breakthrough marked Ed Carpenter Racing’s first series victory since May 2021, with teammate Alexander Rossi taking fourth.
  • Scott McLaughlin finished third as five cautions over 49 laps and severe tire wear made strategy pivotal, with the season finale at Nashville next Sunday.