The Bommarito Automotive Group 500 continued the trend of familiar faces winning in the NTT IndyCar Series, with Kyle Kirkwood of Andretti Global earning his third victory of the season on an oval track for the first time. Kirkwood’s strategic pit stop move allowed him to stay ahead of Pato O’Ward and secure the win at World Wide Technology Raceway.
Kirkwood praised his team for their outstanding performance in the pit lane and credited his improved car setup for the success. The race saw several lead changes and late cautions, adding to the suspense until the final laps.
Christian Rasmussen overcame a pit stop fire to claim the final podium spot, while Scott Dixon finished fourth and Santino Ferrucci rounded out the top five. The race featured intense battles throughout the field, with Conor Daly, Rinus VeeKay, Alex Palou, Marcus Armstrong, and Robert Shwartzman completing the top-10 finishers.
The eventful race saw multiple incidents, including early cautions and tire failures, making it a thrilling night of racing under the lights. Despite the challenges faced by some drivers, Kirkwood’s strategy and performance ultimately secured his well-deserved victory on the oval track.
