Pato O’Ward discusses 2026 IndyCar season ahead of Portland Grand Prix
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 3:25 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Pato O’Ward of Arrow McLaren spoke about his 2026 IndyCar season in an interview before the Grand Prix of Portland. Currently sitting fifth in the championship standings, O’Ward reflected on a challenging season, describing it as "glitching" due to unexpected results at familiar tracks. Despite setbacks, he celebrated his recent victory at Mid-Ohio as a high point. O’Ward emphasized the positive impact of the new McLaren Racing Center on his preparations for the season. The Grand Prix of Portland is set to take place this weekend.
- •O’Ward currently ranks fifth in the IndyCar championship.
- •He noted unexpected difficulties at tracks where he usually competes well.
- •O’Ward's latest victory was at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course.
- •The Grand Prix of Portland is scheduled for this weekend.
- •He described the new McLaren Racing Center as a major improvement.
- 3:25 PMYahoo Sports — Pato O’Ward on the 2026 IndyCar season and finding where you belong
"Arrow McLaren’s Pato O’Ward sat down with SB Nation ahead of the Grand Prix of Portland to talk racing, and life
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