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Palou Dominates, Clinches Fourth IndyCar Championship as O’Ward’s Hopes Crumble in Portland

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
August 10, 2025
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Palou Dominates, Clinches Fourth IndyCar Championship as O’Ward’s Hopes Crumble in Portland

Alex Palou is on the brink of IndyCar history! The racing sensation is poised to clinch his fourth championship title after a dramatic turn of events left his closest rival, Pato O’Ward, in a state of disarray during the Portland race. O’Ward, who needed to outperform Palou by a staggering 14 points to keep his championship dreams alive, saw his chances evaporate when his Arrow McLaren car suffered a catastrophic power failure early in the race.

Starting from pole position, following an engine penalty for his teammate Christian Lundgaard, O’Ward initially showcased a commanding lead. However, the tide turned sharply on lap 22 when disaster struck – a malfunctioning wire connected to the direct injection box forced him to pit, effectively ending his race. With O’Ward rejoining the track a staggering ten laps down after repairs, Palou’s path to glory became almost inevitable.

To keep his title hopes alive, O’Ward needed to finish the race with a points gap of 107 or fewer points between himself and Palou. But with Palou dominating the season with an impressive eight victories, including the prestigious Indianapolis 500, the championship was slipping through O’Ward’s fingers faster than he could grasp it.

Palou’s journey to the top began in 2021 when he claimed his first championship in his rookie season with Ganassi. Despite facing challenges in his title defense the following year, including a legal battle with his team, he has rebounded spectacularly to secure his place in IndyCar folklore with two consecutive titles. With this potential fourth championship, he joins the ranks of legendary drivers like Ted Horn, Sebastien Bourdais, and Dario Franchitti, who have achieved three titles in a row in the sport.

While O’Ward may have faltered, his Arrow McLaren team still has much to celebrate. Entering the race with a comfortable 77-point cushion over Scott Dixon, O’Ward is on track for a career-best second place in the championship. Lundgaard’s impressive pole position and O’Ward’s early lead signaled a remarkable improvement for the Arrow McLaren team, which had struggled significantly at the same track last year. Their recent performances, including a record number of podiums since their 2020 comeback, highlight a team on the rise.

As the season draws to a close, all eyes are on Palou, who is not just racing for a title, but also for a place among the all-time greats in IndyCar history. With the Milwaukee round looming, the stage is set for a thrilling conclusion to a season that has been nothing short of extraordinary. Will he solidify his legacy as one of the sport’s elite, or will O’Ward find a way to stage a comeback? The countdown to the ultimate showdown has begun!

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