Palou Achieves Fifth Consecutive Pole Position of the Season in Wisconsin

Spanish driver Álex Palou continued his dominant streak in the IndyCar season, capturing his fifth consecutive pole position at the Road America circuit in Wisconsin. This marks a significant achievement in his quest for a championship title.

Palou, driving for Chip Ganassi, completed the qualifying lap with an impressive time of 1:43.6615. He outpaced American driver David Malukas of Team Penske by 0.2927 seconds and New Zealander Marcus Armstrong of Meyer Shank Racing by 0.361 seconds, showcasing his exceptional speed and control.

"It's incredible, five in a row this year. This team, truly. This team and everyone involved are giving me the best car, all the power we needed," Palou expressed after the session, crediting his team for his consistent success.

With this latest pole, the four-time IndyCar champion (2021, 2023, 2024, and 2025) solidifies his lead in the championship standings. After nine races, Palou has accumulated 342 points, holding a substantial 49-point lead over second-place American Kyle Kirkwood and a 68-point advantage over Malukas.

Palou's remarkable performance this season includes four victories in the nine races contested so far, underscoring his status as the driver to beat in the current IndyCar campaign.