Josef Newgarden takes victory in thrilling battle in Phoenix
Josef Newgarden claimed victory in the Good Ranchers 250 at Phoenix Raceway. The Penske driver took advantage of a late caution to pit for fresh tires, after which he fought his way forward from outside the top ten. With seven laps to go, he passed Kyle Kirkwood for the win. Read on
David Malukas claims first IndyCar pole at Phoenix
David Malukas has qualified on pole position for the Good Ranchers 250, marking the first pole position of his IndyCar career. The American will share the front row with teammate Josef Newgarden, ahead of a surprising second row featuring the Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing duo of Graham Rahal and Mick Schumacher. Read on
Complete Guide to the Good Ranchers 250 at Phoenix Raceway
Last year, fans had to wait three weeks after the season opener for the next race — this year, it’s only six days! This coming weekend marks the first oval race on the calendar: after an eight-year absence, Phoenix Raceway is back! Only five drivers have previously competed on this one-mile oval and only Josef Newgarden and Scott Dixon have taken victory here before. Read on
By the Numbers: The Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg
The Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg was a race full of strategy, where reigning champion Alex Palou once again proved to be the best. Palou secured the victory by gaining more than eight seconds on Scott McLaughlin in just five laps! What stood out during the season opener? We analyze the race weekend through a series of numbers! Read on
| 1. | J. Newgarden | 1:51:14 |
| 2. | K. Kirkwood | 1:51:16 |
| 3. | D. Malukas | 1:51:17 |
| 4. | P. O’Ward | 1:51:18 |
| 5. | M. Armstrong | 1:51:20 |
| Full results | ||

| 1. | J. Newgarden | 78 |
| 2. | K. Kirkwood | 73 |
| 3. | S. McLaughlin | 66 |
| 4. | P. O’Ward | 63 |
| 5. | A. Palou | 59 |
| Full standings | ||
Previous IndyCar Series news:

Palou opens new IndyCar season with victory in St. Pete

Scott McLaughlin takes pole again in St. Petersburg

McLaughlin opens IndyCar season with fastest time in St. Petersburg

Complete Guide to the 2026 IndyCar Grand Prix of St. Petersburg

Technical alliance with Andretti Global set to boost Dale Coyne Racing

Team Penske looks to bounce back after a dramatic 2025

Major changes aim to turn things around for Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing

Meyer Shank Racing sets sights on victories

| 1. | Team Penske | 159 |
| 2. | Arrow McLaren | 117 |
| = | Andretti Global | 117 |
| 4. | Ganassi Racing | 115 |
| 5. | Meyer Shank Racing | 86 |
| Full standings | ||
| 1. | United States | 83 |
| 2. | New Zealand | 73 |
| 3. | Mexico | 63 |
| 4. | Spain | 59 |
| 5. | Denmark | 54 |
| Full standings | ||
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