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Alex Palou now has three opportunities to seal the IndyCar championship title in what has been a historic season. Here’s how he can do it, and why he’s so good at the Laguna track he won on this weekend
Alex Palou now has the chance to clinch the 2025 IndyCar championship title, with eight wins this season, nearing the records set by legends like AJ Foyt and Al Unser Sr.
Palou is on track to secure his fourth title in six seasons, potentially making history with a simultaneous win at the Indianapolis 500, following in the footsteps of Ganassi’s Dario Franchitti.
For Palou to secure the title at the next race in Portland, Pato O’Ward must outscore him by 14 points to stay in contention, as the other drivers have been eliminated.
The battle for the championship will come down to bonus points and consistent finishes, as Palou holds a 121-point lead over O’Ward, with 162 points available in total.
Palou’s dominance at Laguna Seca showcases his skill and consistency, setting the stage for an exciting finale to the 2025 IndyCar season.
