Pato O'Ward wins Mid-Ohio Grand Prix for first season victory

Pato O'Ward celebrated his first victory of the 2026 IndyCar season at the Mid-Ohio Grand Prix, marking his ninth career win in the series. The 27-year-old Mexican driver delivered a near-flawless performance, collaborating with his Arrow McLaren teammate Christian Lundgaard, who finished off the podium.

"It's been a complicated year," O'Ward stated after the race. "Today is a perfect example of execution. I waited for the right moment, and then we managed to control the rest of the race." This victory represents O'Ward's first podium finish of the season and his second win at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in the past three years.

While O'Ward celebrated, championship leader Álex Palou finished fifth, ending his streak of podiums at Mid-Ohio at four races. Scott Dixon, aiming for his eighth win at the track, improved from his starting position to finish 17th. The race itself was notable for its lack of incidents, with only four lead changes over the 90 laps.

The IndyCar season continues on July 21 with the Music City Grand Prix in Nashville, Tennessee.

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Ha sido un año complicado. Hoy es un ejemplo perfecto de ejecución, esperé el momento adecuado y después logramos controlar el resto de la carrera.