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Palou among five drivers receiving grid penalties ahead of Milwaukee race

Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 8:57 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Palou among five drivers receiving grid penalties ahead of Milwaukee race

Summary

Alex Palou will start from ninth place in the Snap-On 250 at Milwaukee due to a penalty affecting his No. 10 Chip Ganassi Racing Honda. This penalty could hinder his chances of securing the IndyCar drivers championship this weekend. Alongside Palou, Team Penske's David Malukas and Scott McLaughlin are also among the five drivers facing penalties. The race will take place on Saturday, and the grid positions are crucial for the championship implications.

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Key Details

•Palou receives a nine-place grid penalty for the Snap-On 250.
•The race is scheduled for Saturday in Milwaukee.
•David Malukas and Scott McLaughlin also face grid penalties.
•Penalties could affect championship standings this weekend.

Latest Updates

8:57 PMRacer — Palou among five getting IndyCar grid penalties for Milwaukee

What they're saying

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Alex Palou's prospects of clinching the IndyCar drivers championship this weekend got a slight handicap with the news that the Spaniard's No. 10 Chip Ganassi Racing Honda will receive a nine-place grid penalty for Saturday's Snap-On 250 at Milwaukee. But he isn't alone: Team Penske's David Malukas and Scott McLaughlin...
— Racerby RACER Staff

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