Will Power climbs from last to third in Ontario IndyCar race

Racer1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 8:52 PM

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Will Power climbs from last to third in Ontario IndyCar race
Summary

In the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy at Markham on August 16, Will Power finished third after starting from the back of the grid due to a qualifying spin. The two-time NTT IndyCar Series champion managed to secure a podium position through a combination of solid pace, strategic decisions, and key overtakes. Despite his challenging starting position, Power's performance highlights his resilience and skill on a difficult track. The race showcased some exciting competition and strategy among the field as drivers vied for position throughout the event.

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  • Will Power started from the back due to a spin in qualifying.
  • He finished third in the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy.
  • Power utilized good pace and strategic decisions to climb the field.
  • The race highlighted competitive driving among the IndyCar field.
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  • 8:52 PMRacerPower lauds ‘good-crazy’ Markham track after ‘impossible’ run from last to third
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Two-time NTT IndyCar Series champion Will Power admits that he didn’t expect to finish on the podium in the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy at Markham after a spin in qualifying forced him to start from the back of the grid. However, good pace, wise strategy, decisive passes and (largely) staying...

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