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Three-time IndyCar champion and 2025 points leader Alex Palou ended his long wait for an oval victory by winning the biggest race of them all, the Indianapolis 500
Three-time IndyCar champion and 2025 points leader Alex Palou won the Indianapolis 500, his first oval victory after a long wait. Palou strategically moved to the front during the final stints, outmaneuvering Marcus Ericsson who was in the lead. Despite a challenging final stint, Palou made a crucial pass on Ericsson with 14 laps to go, securing his historic win as the first Spanish driver to triumph at the Indy 500.
Ericsson, despite a competitive performance, couldn’t hold off Palou in the closing laps and settled for second place. David Malukas of AJ Foyt Racing came in third, maintaining the team’s strong track record at the prestigious race. McLaren’s Pato O’Ward finished fourth, followed by Rosenqvist, Kirkwood, and Ferrucci, rounding out the top positions.
Josef Newgarden’s impressive charge from 32nd on the grid was cut short by a fuel pump issue, adding another layer of drama to the race. Newgarden’s quick advancement through the field, impacted by Kyle Larson’s accident triggering a caution, showcased his exceptional racing skills. Despite the setbacks, Newgarden’s performance highlighted his resilience and competitiveness in the race.
