P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Race results from the 2025 IndyCar Synk 275 at Iowa Speedway.
Pato O’Ward emerged victorious in the Synk 275, his 100th IndyCar car race, by fending off Josef Newgarden in a thrilling dog fight following a red flag and several cautions. O’Ward, starting from fifth, maneuvered through the grid early to position himself for victory, benefiting from Newgarden’s slow pitstop. A red flag was raised as O’Ward’s teammate, Nolan Siegel, crashed heavily, necessitating repairs. Despite Newgarden’s aggressive attempts in the final laps, O’Ward maintained his lead, securing a Chevy 1-2-3 podium and praising Newgarden’s Iowa expertise. Newgarden led early from pole, overcoming a chaotic start involving Colton Herta and Nolan Siegel, while McLaughlin and Rasmussen showcased impressive recovery drives. The race was punctuated by pit stop dramas and intense on-track battles, with O’Ward ultimately claiming a memorable victory in Iowa.
