P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Josef Newgarden won a thrilling IndyCar race at Gateway despite spinning earlier in the race. And there was plenty of late-race drama involving his Penske team-mate Will Power…
Josef Newgarden bounced back from a spin during the race to win an exciting Gateway event, despite being accused of a slow restart that ended his teammate Will Power’s race. The race was filled with intense moments, including Scott Dixon’s unique fuel-saving strategy, David Malukas’s podium streak ending, and a rookie making it to the podium for the second time this season. Alex Palou extended his championship lead to 59 points by finishing in the top five, while his competitors failed to close the gap significantly. The race turned chaotic when Team Penske teammates McLaughlin and Newgarden collided, leading to strategic pit stops and unexpected twists in the final laps. Newgarden’s impressive pit stop allowed him to take the lead, ultimately securing the victory in a dramatic and eventful race.
