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Race winner Alex Palou used a situation many fans have experienced while commuting to describe the experience of being stuck behind Juncos Hollinger Racing’s Sting Ray Robb late in the race and see…
Race winner Alex Palou drew a parallel between his on-track experience and a relatable situation where one is stuck behind a slow driver on the highway, explaining how being impeded by Sting Ray Robb impacted his lead over Josef Newgarden. Despite feeling frustrated by the tactics used by Robb, Palou acknowledged that it is within the rules and has worked in his favor in the past. While Robb’s actions benefited Newgarden at the time, they were not considered illegal by IndyCar regulations, as it is common for drivers fighting to prevent being lapped by the leader. Palou expressed understanding for the smaller team’s efforts in defending their position, emphasizing the exposure it provides sponsors who are not usually in the spotlight. Reflecting on the incident, Palou discussed potential modifications to rules regarding push-to-pass usage in such situations but ultimately favored maintaining the integrity of competition without enforced position changes.
