Overview

• Sources told the Indianapolis Star that Red Bull has expressed serious interest in signing Alex Palou for its vacant second seat.
• Palou, his manager Roger Yasukawa, and Chip Ganassi Racing said they were unaware of any discussions and told the newspaper no talks had taken place.
• A move could hinge on a significant release clause in Palou’s Ganassi deal and the backdrop of McLaren’s ongoing 2023 lawsuit, though he already holds the FIA Super Licence needed to race.
• Red Bull’s search reflects instability in its second car since Sergio Perez’s departure, with Liam Lawson and then Yuki Tsunoda struggling to score in the RB21.
• Palou’s 2025 season features the Indy 500 and a fourth IndyCar title, but Christian Rasmussen’s Milwaukee win ended his chance to tie A. J. Foyt’s 10-win record, leaving a maximum of nine victories.