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Helio Castroneves is eager to revive his 2021 rivalry with Alex Palou in the Indy 500.
Meyer Shank Racing’s Helio Castroneves is determined to end Alex Palou’s winning streak in the upcoming Indianapolis 500 on Sunday. Despite Palou’s impressive performance at the start of the 2025 season with four wins in five races, he has never won a race on an oval track in IndyCar. Castroneves aims to take advantage of this vulnerability as he pursues his fifth victory in the Indy 500. Castroneves acknowledges Chip Ganassi Racing’s strong lineup, particularly highlighting Scott Dixon and Palou as formidable competitors.
Castroneves recognizes Palou’s dominance in the season so far but believes that the oval tracks could pose a challenge to that streak. He is determined to disrupt Palou’s momentum and secure a win of his own. Although Palou came close to an oval victory in 2021, Castroneves emerged as the victor at the Indy 500. Both drivers start in different positions on the grid, with Palou in sixth and Castroneves in 22nd.
The upcoming Indy 500 will feature the first use of a hybrid system in the race, adding an extra layer of complexity. Castroneves finds this innovation intriguing and emphasizes the importance of effectively managing the regen system. Despite the fierce competition, Palou remains confident in his ability to clinch victory in the Indy 500.
