Palou quickest in IndyCar practice session at Portland
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 11:41 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Alex Palou recorded the fastest time during the first IndyCar practice session at Portland on August 7, 2026. The championship leader drove the No. 10 Ganassi Honda and achieved the best time of the day while using primary tires. This session sets the stage for the upcoming qualifying and race events at the Portland International Raceway.
- •Alex Palou topped the practice charts at Portland on August 7, 2026.
- •He drives the No. 10 Ganassi Honda for the session.
- •Palou set the best time of the day on primary tires.
- •The first practice session is crucial for race strategies.
- •Next events include qualifying and the race at Portland.
- 11:41 PMRacer — Palou fastest in first IndyCar practice at Portland
"The championship leader was comfortably quickest in the No. 10 Ganassi Honda and set the best time of the day on primary tires.
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