Alex Palou Wins Seventh IndyCar Race at Iowa, Extends Championship Lead

Alex Palou secured his seventh win of the 2025 IndyCar season at the Farm to Finish 275 at Iowa Speedway, extending his lead in the championship standings. This victory marked his second career oval win after previously triumphing at the Indianapolis 500, and he became the first driver since 1994 to claim seven wins in the first 12 races of a season. Palou's strategic decision to stay out longer during cautions played a crucial role in his win, as Josef Newgarden's efforts were hampered by untimely caution periods and pit stops. Team Penske faced significant challenges during the race, including early retirements for Scott McLaughlin and Will Power, leaving Newgarden as their sole contender who fought back to finish strongly. Palou's dominant performance also helped Honda maintain its supremacy in the series, with the manufacturer winning 11 of the 12 races so far in 2025. With five races remaining, Palou is closing in on the all-time record of 10 wins in a season held by legends A.J. Foyt and Al Unser.