IndyCar Alex Palou Claims Pole at Mid-Ohio Honda 200

The 2025 Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course will take place on Sunday, July 6, featuring a 90-lap race on the 2.258-mile, 13-turn natural-terrain road course known for its elevation changes and challenging layout. Alex Palou, the current IndyCar points leader, secured his ninth career pole position and aims for his seventh win of the season, continuing his dominance on road courses. Christian Lundgaard qualified second, with young drivers Kyffin Simpson and Nolan Siegel also posting career-best qualifying efforts, while Team Penske struggled as none of its drivers advanced past the first round. The race is set to be broadcast live on FOX starting at 1 PM ET, with fans anticipating strategic battles due to the extended race length. Notably, the event marks part of a packed schedule with eight races over nine weekends remaining in the 17-race season. Past winners at Mid-Ohio such as Scott Dixon, Josef Newgarden, and Pato O'Ward add to the competitive field’s depth.