Foster claims pole position for IndyCar race at Markham
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 12:22 AM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
On August 16, 2026, the 2024 Indy NXT champion, Foster, achieved pole position for the inaugural IndyCar race at the new 2.19-mile street course in Markham. Foster recorded the sole lap exceeding 103 mph, securing his second career pole. Christian Lundgaard and Scott McLaughlin follow closely behind on the starting grid. This race marks a significant event as IndyCar expands to new venues.
- •Foster recorded a lap time exceeding 103 mph.
- •Christian Lundgaard and Scott McLaughlin qualified behind Foster.
- •The race is the first at the new Markham street course.
- •Foster aims for a strong start in the season's inaugural race.
- 12:22 AMRacer — Foster takes pole for IndyCar's inaugural race at Markham
"The 2024 Indy NXT champion turned the only 103mph lap of the new 2.19-mile street course to score his second career pole ahead of Christian Lundgaard and Scott McLaughlin.
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