The 2025 IndyCar Series season has started exceptionally well for Christian Lundgaard, the new Arrow McLaren star, with three podium finishes in the first five rounds placing him third in the championship, just one point behind Kyle Kirkwood, while Alex Palou leads by a significant margin.
Lundgaard views his early success as a “rocket start to the season” and is now optimistic about challenging for his first championship title, despite the considerable 100-point gap to Palou.
He remains focused on his own performance and is confident that the #10 car’s lead is not insurmountable, believing they will face setbacks as the season progresses.
Lundgaard expressed surprise at his strong start to the year, feeling rewarded for his dedication after facing struggles in previous seasons.
Transitioning from Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing to Arrow McLaren, he quickly adapted to the new environment and matched his previous podium count within just five races, demonstrating a strong rapport with teammate Pato O’Ward and a growing comfort with the car’s handling.
