Alex Palou Wins 109th Indianapolis 500 with Record-Low Lead Laps

The 109th Indianapolis 500 concluded with Alex Palou as the winner, marking several notable records and statistics including the sixth consecutive year the winner led fewer than 30 laps, the youngest winner since 2016, and the fifteenth defending IndyCar champion to win the event. In motorcycle racing, PJ Jacobsen set a new MotoAmerica Supersport lap record at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, breaking an eight-year-old record and winning the race despite adverse weather conditions. Meanwhile, at the Class B State High School track and field championships in Missoula, two seniors set new state records: Ricky Williams broke a 48-year-old high jump record and Trizten Avila set a new record in the 200-meter sprint. These achievements highlight ongoing advancements and impressive performances across various motorsport and athletic disciplines.