Overview

• Alex Palou won the 109th Indianapolis 500, marking his first victory in the prestigious race and his first oval win in IndyCar.
• Palou passed 2022 winner Marcus Ericsson in the closing laps, leveraging lessons from past races to secure the win.
• The race, delayed briefly by rain, was marked by multiple accidents and mechanical failures, with only 23 of 33 cars finishing.
• High-profile incidents included Alexander Rossi's gearbox fire, Kyle Larson's crash during his 'Double' attempt, and Josef Newgarden's early exit due to a fuel pump issue.
• David Malukas delivered a strong performance for AJ Foyt Racing, finishing third, while Palou's victory solidified his position as the 2025 championship favorite.