Alex Palou Wins Historic 2025 Indy 500

Alex Palou became the first Spanish driver to win the Indianapolis 500, claiming victory at the 109th running at Indianapolis Motor Speedway after overtaking Marcus Ericsson with fewer than 15 laps left and winning by just 0.68 seconds. The three-time IndyCar champion triumphed in a rain-delayed, chaotic race marked by early crashes, 23 finishers out of 33 starters, and a sellout crowd of 350,000. Palou's win was his first on an oval and his fifth of the 2025 season, making him the series championship favorite. Notable incidents included Josef Newgarden's exit due to a fuel pump issue and rookie pole-sitter Robert Shwartzman's setbacks. The victory marked the sixth Indy 500 win for Chip Ganassi Racing, with team owner Chip Ganassi praising Palou's achievement. Palou celebrated with fans before attending the NBA Eastern Conference Finals, highlighting a landmark day for Spanish motorsport.