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Check out the full race results for the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500.
Alex Palou achieved his first victory at the Indianapolis 500, showcasing his strong performance in the 2025 IndyCar season. Marcus Ericsson of Andretti Global briefly took the lead with a strategic pit stop plan, but Palou managed to overtake him with 14 laps remaining. Despite earlier fuel-saving tactics, Palou’s timely passing secured his win. Additional notable finishes included David Malukas in third and Patricio O’Ward in fourth. Unfortunately, several contenders, like Ryan Hunter-Reay and Josef Newgarden, faced setbacks during the race. Overall, Palou’s victory at the iconic oval track solidified his place among IndyCar’s elite drivers.
