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Will Power vows to rise from the back after dramatic crash in Barber qualifying

David Castro by David Castro
March 28, 2026
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Will Power's IndyCar Dreams Take a Hit After Shocking Crash at Barber Qualifying!

In a dramatic turn of events at Barber Motorsports Park, racing superstar Will Power finds himself facing an uphill battle in the IndyCar series after a harrowing crash during qualifying that leaves him starting from the back of the grid. The seasoned 45-year-old Australian driver, competing in the first qualifying group, was gaining momentum when disaster struck. A sudden brake failure sent his #26 Andretti Global Honda careening off the track, crashing violently into the foam and tire barriers at Turn 5.

Power emerged unscathed from the wreckage, but the incident has raised eyebrows and sparked concerns about his season. “Yeah, the brake just went to the floor,” Power revealed, shedding light on the unexpected mechanical failure. “I think the front were working, so there was a brake failure on the rear. That's all I know.”

This misfortune marks yet another chapter in a tumultuous season for the two-time IndyCar Series champion and 2018 Indianapolis 500 victor. After joining Andretti Global in the offseason, Power has struggled to find his footing, facing mishaps from the very start. He crashed in both the practice session and the race during the season opener at the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg. Subsequent races saw him leading at Phoenix Raceway before colliding with ECR’s Christian Rasmussen. Even a podium finish at the last race in Arlington was marred by yet another crash, this time involving the spun Chip Ganassi Racing Honda of Scott Dixon.

Despite being the only driver to crash during the qualifying session, Power's misfortune isn’t as dire as it initially appears. Thanks to his participation in the first group, he will not start dead last but will roll off from 23rd place in the 25-car field. The path to victory is undeniably steep, but Power remains undeterred. With a remarkable track record of two wins, five podiums, and four poles in just 15 previous starts at this challenging Alabama circuit, he exudes confidence.

“Yeah, we'll find the problem,” Power asserted, showing his resilient spirit. “It’s just a pity for qualifying. I think we had a good car. I haven't had a clean lap this weekend, but the car is actually very good. I thought we'd make it through to the Fast Six, definitely the top 12. It's unfortunate. We definitely found the wall quite a few times this year already. It’s incredible, but that's how things go sometimes.”

With his characteristic determination, Power is ready to tackle the challenges ahead. “We'll look and see what happened. And then see if the guys can fix the car, fix the car and start from last. But we can definitely win from there.”

As the race looms, fans and critics alike will be watching closely to see if Power can defy the odds and transform a disastrous qualifying session into a triumphant race day. Will he rise from the ashes of misfortune, or will this season continue to be a rollercoaster ride of highs and lows? One thing is certain: the excitement is palpable, and the stakes couldn’t be higher!

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