Alex Palou Secures Fifth IndyCar Title in Record Time

Alex Palou, at 29 years old, has secured his fifth IndyCar championship, achieving this feat in just six seasons, which is a record in American open-wheel racing. He clinched his fourth consecutive title at The Milwaukee Mile, with a race remaining in the season.

Palou's impressive 2026 season includes six wins, eight poles, and seven podium finishes, leading a total of 673 laps across 17 races. His success has also contributed to Chip Ganassi Racing becoming the all-time winningest team in IndyCar history, with 18 championships.

Team owner Chip Ganassi acknowledged the importance of organizational stability and the contributions of the team in Palou's achievements. He expressed confidence in Palou's potential to continue adding to his championship tally in the future.