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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Paddock Buzz: David Malukas Savoring Challenge of Chasing Alex Palou

News, notes and quotes from the paddock Friday at Portland, where Team Penske's David Malukas (photo) is the closest pursuer to series leader Alex Palou of Chip Ganassi Racing.

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Paul Kelly

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Championship Leader Alex Palou on Point in Opening Portland Practice

The NTT INDYCAR SERIES reigning champion and current points leader (photo) edged fellow title contender Kyle Kirkwood in the opening session Friday for the OnlyBulls Grand Prix of Portland.

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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Favorites and Sleepers: Portland

Arrow McLaren's Christian Lundgaard (photo) has scored more points on natural road courses than any other NTT INDYCAR SERIES driver this season, making him a favorite to win this weekend at Portland International Raceway.

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Curt Cavin

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Stretch Run Starts at Will Power’s Personal Playground in Portland

The Andretti Global driver (photo) has won the NTT INDYCAR SERIES race the last two seasons at Portland International Raceway.

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Editorial Staff

Inside Line: What’s Grabbing Your Attention Besides Title Race?

The "lame duck" dynamic between three prominent drivers and the teams they will exit after this season, including Christian Lundgaard of Arrow McLaren (photo, above), is a point of focus for one Inside Line panelist.

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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Three Up, Three Down: Who's Rising, Falling Entering Final Six Races

With six races remaining, momentum could decide the Astor Cup. Here's who's surging -- and who's searching for a turnaround -- entering Portland.

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Curt Cavin

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Gearing Up: Portland Launches Sprint to Championship

Six races. Three time zones. Three track types. One championship on the line.

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JUL 31, 2026

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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Test Patterns: Teams Chase Speed During Final Off Week of Season

Portland and Laguna Seca hosted valuable test sessions as teams looked to gain an edge before racing resumes.

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JUL 27, 2026

Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Alex Palou Holds All the Cards Entering Final Stretch

The four-time champion (photo, top) begins the final six races with an extra test, an 83-point cushion and a chance to move closer to INDYCAR SERIES history.

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JUL 23, 2026

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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Power Rankings: Alex Palou Tightens Grip on No. 1

Alex Palou stays on top as Juncos Hollinger Racing's Rinus VeeKay (photo) hangs tough.

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JUL 21, 2026

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Curt Cavin

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Instant Recall: Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix

The championship fight isn't over, but Alex Palou (photo) has the rest of the field on the ropes.

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JUL 20, 2026

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Curt Cavin

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Paddock Buzz: David Malukas Produces Gritty Drive to Third

News, notes and quotes from the paddock Monday at Nashville Superspeedway, including David Malukas of Team Penske (photo) driving from deep in the field toward the front twice in the race.