Midseason IndyCar Review: The Intra-Team Rivalries
We are halfway through the 2026 IndyCar Series, a season that is once again dominated by Alex Palou. The standings in the championship are well known, but for many drivers another important battle remains: the first driver you want to beat is your teammate! Today we therefore take a closer look at the internal team battles, both in qualifying and in the races. Read on
Midseason IndyCar Review: Which Drivers Made the Most Passes?
With nine races in the books, we have already reached the halfway point of the 2026 IndyCar Series season, making it a perfect time to look back. In the first part of this review, we take a closer look at which drivers have completed the most on-track passes, as well as which drivers have been passed the most. Read on
By the Numbers: The Bommarito Automotive Group 500
The Bommarito Automotive Group 500 at WWT Raceway at Gateway once again delivered an exciting spectacle this year. Due to rain, it became the slowest race at the track since 2001. Josef Newgarden scored his sixth victory at Gateway, meaning he has now won nearly 55% of his starts at the venue! Read on
Josef Newgarden Triumphs in Rain-Plagued Gateway Race
Josef Newgarden claimed his sixth victory in the Bommarito Automotive Group 500 at WWT Raceway by Gateway. In a race that was halted twice due to rain, he passed Marcus Ericsson for the lead on Lap 177 and never looked back. Ericsson crossed the finish line in second, ahead of Christian Rasmussen and Rinus VeeKay. Read on
| 1. | J. Newgarden | 2:25:26 |
| 2. | M. Ericsson | 2:25:27 |
| 3. | C. Rasmussen | 2:25:28 |
| 4. | R. VeeKay | 2:25:30 |
| 5. | S. McLaughlin | 2:25:33 |
| Full results | ||

| 1. | A. Palou | 342 |
| 2. | K. Kirkwood | 293 |
| 3. | D. Malukas | 274 |
| 4. | C. Lundgaard | 246 |
| 5. | P. O’Ward | 239 |
| Full standings | ||
Previous IndyCar Series news:

Palou Crushes the Competition with Dominant Pole at Gateway

The Complete Guide to the Bommarito Automotive Group 500

By the Numbers: The Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix

Alex Palou triumphs in action-packed Detroit Grand Prix

Alex Palou Claims Pole on the Streets of Detroit with Flawless Lap

Alex Palou narrowly faster than Kyle Kirkwood in opening Detroit practice

The Complete Guide to the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix

Felix Rosenqvist’s Indy 500 victory earns more than $4.3 million in prize money

| 1. | Team Penske | 591 |
| 2. | Ganassi Racing | 576 |
| 3. | Andretti Global | 509 |
| 4. | Arrow McLaren | 507 |
| 5. | Meyer Shank Racing | 417 |
| Full standings | ||
| 1. | United States | 390 |
| 2. | Spain | 343 |
| 3. | Sweden | 287 |
| 4. | New Zealand | 278 |
| 5. | Denmark | 267 |
| Full standings | ||
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