Rosenqvist and Power criticize IndyCar traffic rules after Portland podiums
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 12:07 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
At the Grand Prix of Portland, Felix Rosenqvist finished second and Will Power took third. Both drivers expressed frustration over IndyCar's handling of backmarkers during the race. Rosenqvist, who started from pole position, led for 33 laps before traffic issues played a significant role in the outcome. With this race concluded, calls for changes to traffic regulations are likely to persist in upcoming events.
- •Felix Rosenqvist finished second; Will Power placed third.
- •Both drivers criticized traffic rules after the race.
- •Rosenqvist started from pole and led 33 laps.
- •Traffic issues impacted both drivers' performances.
- •Rosenqvist and Power may push for regulatory changes.
- 12:07 AMMotorsport.com — Felix Rosenqvist and Will Power slam IndyCar traffic rules after Portland podium finishes
- 12:07 AMYahoo Sports — Felix Rosenqvist and Will Power slam IndyCar traffic rules after Portland podium finishes
"Felix Rosenqvist and Will Power walked away from the Grand Prix of Portland with second- and third-place podium finishes, but their post-race focus remained squarely on traffic nightmares, with both drivers taking aim at IndyCar’s approach to backmarkers. Rosenqvist started on pole in the #60 Meyer Shank Racing Honda, commanding the early pace and leading 33 laps. However, a combination of a ...Keep reading
"The two drivers were blunt and united in their thoughts on how backmarker traffic impacted the racing quality
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External links- Motorsport.comAug 10, 2026, 12:07 AMFelix Rosenqvist and Will Power slam IndyCar traffic rules after Portland podium finishes
Felix Rosenqvist and Will Power walked away from the Grand Prix of Portland with second- and third-place podium finishes, but their post-race focus remained squarely on traffic nightmares, with both drivers taking aim at IndyCar’s approach to backmarkers. Rosenqvist started on pole in the #60 Meyer Shank Racing Honda, commanding the early pace and leading 33 laps. However, a combination of a ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsAug 10, 2026, 12:07 AMFelix Rosenqvist and Will Power slam IndyCar traffic rules after Portland podium finishes
The two drivers were blunt and united in their thoughts on how backmarker traffic impacted the racing quality
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