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Marcus Ericsson claims victory at IndyCar race in Markham

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Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Marcus Ericsson claims victory at IndyCar race in Markham
Summary

Marcus Ericsson won the NTT IndyCar Series race at the Streets of Markham on August 16, 2026. After starting behind Louis Foster and Romain Grosjean, Ericsson took the lead with a strong performance in the closing laps. This victory marks Ericsson's first win of the 2026 season and ends a 63-race winless streak for the driver of the No. 28 car, who previously won the Indianapolis 500 in 2022. The race showcased multiple lead changes and was characterized by a 'war of attrition.'

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  • •Ericsson opened a lead of over 10 seconds before pitting.
  • •Romain Grosjean led with ten laps to go but lost his position.
  • •Louis Foster crashed while attempting to pass for the lead.
  • •The race featured several lead changes and significant competition.
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  • 10:02 PMYahoo Sports — Marcus Ericsson wins IndyCar race at Markham in 2026, full results
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Marcus Ericsson wins Sunday afternoon's NTT IndyCar Series race at Markham in 2026. Check out the full IndyCar results from Markham!

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