IndyCar season kicked off with Alex Palou emerging victorious at the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg. The reigning champion took control on Lap 74, leading 26 laps of the challenging 1.8-mile track. This win marks his first St. Pete victory and aims to secure a third consecutive season title.
Palou’s teammate Scott Dixon finished second, despite losing radio communication with his team. This finish shows promise for Chip Ganassi Racing (CGR) in this year’s competition. Ganassi expressed optimism about the team’s performance at St. Pete, stating that they’ve improved their cars and are now competitive.
Josef Newgarden secured a third-place finish, just behind Palou and Dixon. The event drew an estimated 200,000 fans, making it an exciting start to the IndyCar season.
Source: https://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2025/03/02/alex-palou-wins-thrilling-indycar-season-opener