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Alex Palou secures victory at 2026 IndyCar race in Portland

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 11:16 PM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Alex Palou secures victory at 2026 IndyCar race in Portland

Summary

Alex Palou captured the win at the 2026 IndyCar race held in Portland, finishing 4.1 seconds ahead of Felix Rosenqvist, who placed second. Will Power rounded out the podium in third. Rosenqvist led the race for the first 30 laps before Palou took the lead during the initial pit stops. Rinus VeeKay finished fourth, followed by Kyle Kirkwood in fifth. The event showcased competitive driving and strategic pit strategies.

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By the Numbers

•Palou wins by 4.1 seconds over Rosenqvist
•Rosenqvist led the first 30 laps
•Power finishes third in Portland
•VeeKay and Kirkwood complete top five
•Race took place on August 9, 2026

Latest Updates

11:16 PMMotorsport.com — Official race results: 2026 IndyCar at Portland
11:16 PMYahoo Sports — Official race results: 2026 IndyCar at Portland

What they're saying

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Alex Palou is once again on the top step of the podium, winning at Portland with Felix Rosenqvist second and Will Power third. The margin of victory was 4.1 seconds. Rinus VeeKay earned another impressive result for Juncos Hollinger in fourth, and Kyle Kirkwood finished fifth. Rosenqvist led the first 30 laps of the race, with Palou moving ahead through the first sequence of pit stops ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com