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Josef Newgarden finishes second at Nashville Grand Prix to Alex Palou

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 10:40 PM

Last updated Jul 20, 2026

Josef Newgarden finishes second at Nashville Grand Prix to Alex Palou

Summary

Josef Newgarden finished second in the Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix held in Nashville on July 20, 2026. The Nashville native, who started in the front row, failed to lead any laps during the race. Alex Palou, the four-time IndyCar Series champion, secured the victory. Newgarden was the defending champion at this event, aiming for a home repeat victory but fell short.

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By the Numbers

•Newgarden started second but did not lead any laps.
•Palou secured the victory at the 1.33-mile concrete oval.
•The race took place during the Music City Grand Prix.
•Newgarden was the defending champion entering the event.

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10:40 PMMotorsport.com — Josef Newgarden denied home repeat victory, finishes second at Nashville

What they're saying

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Nashville native Josef Newgarden fell just short of a repeat victory in his backyard, finishing second to reigning and four-time IndyCar Series champion Alex Palou at the Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix. Newgarden, 35, entered the weekend as the defending winner at the 1.33-mile concrete oval. Despite a strong front-row start of second, Newgarden was unable to lead a single lap during ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com

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