The Pit Straight: No Rest For IndyCar
The Italian Grand Prix was the opening discussion this week, with it’s fantastic racing. Then a deep dive into the IndyCar off-season, and who will rise to beat Alex Palou.
Alex Palou
We Have Yet to Appreciate Alex Palou’s Greatness
Alex Palou’s fifth title in six years places him among the elites in IndyCar history. But is he more historic than even the great ones that came before him?
Scott McLaughlin Shocks Grid, Beats Palou for Laguna Seca Pole
Scott McLaughlin beat Alex Palou for his second pole of the 2026 IndyCar season.
2026 IndyCar Mission Foods Grand Prix of Monterey Preview
IndyCar’s championship is decided, but there is still one race left to win, and all drivers will be chasing Alex Palou, a dominant force at Laguna Seca.
Pato O’Ward Sweeps Milwaukee, Alex Palou Clinches Fifth Title
O’Ward won both races of the weekend at Milwaukee.
Scott McLauglin & Alex Palou Score Milwaukee Doubleheader Poles
But a trio of grid penalties mean fourth-place Pato O’Ward will lead the field to green in the first race.
2026 IndyCar Snap-on Makers and Fixers 250 at Milwaukee Mile Preview
After a big-time event in Washington, IndyCar heads to Milwaukee for a doubleheader on the famed oval, as Alex Palou looks to close on his fifth title.
Penalty Prevents Alex Palou From Clinching Title in Washington
After starting from pole position, it seemed like Palou would be celebrating a fifth title in the nation’s capital.
Alex Palou Snatches Pole Position for Freedom 250 Grand Prix
Palou scored his seventh pole of the 2026 season.