Alex Palou Wins Eighth IndyCar Race at Laguna Seca

Alex Palou dominated the 2025 IndyCar season with his eighth victory at the Java House Grand Prix of Monterey, held at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, leading 84 of 95 laps from pole position. This win marked his third at Laguna Seca in four years and extended his lead in the season standings, putting him within striking distance of the record for most wins in a single season, held by A.J. Foyt and Al Unser Sr. with ten wins. Palou's commanding performance has made him the favorite to secure his fourth series title in five years and third consecutive championship, with only Pato O’Ward remaining as a potential challenger. The race also saw strong performances from Christian Lundgaard and Colton Herta, who completed the podium, while Nolan Siegel and Will Power briefly led during pit stops. Palou praised the track as one of his favorites and highlighted the challenges of tire management and changing racing lines, emphasizing the teamwork and pace advantage that contributed to his success. With three races left in the season at Portland, Milwaukee, and Nashville, Palou plans to continue pushing to break the season wins record.