Palou leads first IndyCar practice session at Markham
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 3:51 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
The first practice session for the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy at Markham commenced on August 15, 2026, after a previous delay due to track concerns. Alex Palou, the NTT IndyCar Series points leader, set the fastest pace. The session marks the start of on-track activity for the series in Ontario. Further sessions and qualifications are anticipated as the event progresses.
- •Practice session started following a previous day delay.
- •Alex Palou set the fastest time in the session.
- •The event takes place at Markham.
- •Palou currently leads the NTT IndyCar Series standings.
- 3:51 PMRacer — Palou tops Collet in first IndyCar practice at Markham
"Following yesterday’s disruption caused by a track not ready for action, the NTT IndyCar Series’ first practice session for the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy at Markham got the green flag Saturday, with the runaway points leader setting the pace.
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