Alex Palou clinched the NTT P1 Award for the 110th Indianapolis 500, securing his second pole position for the prestigious race held at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Following a condensed qualifying session due to rain, Palou executed exceptional four-lap runs, ultimately achieving an average speed of 232.248 mph. This victory marks Palou as the 19th driver to win multiple poles at the Indy 500 and cements his position as the current leader in the IndyCar standings. As the defending champion, he aims for back-to-back victories in the race on May 24, 2026.

By the Numbers
  • Palou's fastest average four-lap qualifying run: 232.248 mph (2:35.0066).
  • Palou's qualifying position: 1st, making it his 15th career NTT IndyCar Series pole.
  • Palou leads the 2026 IndyCar standings by 27 points over Kyle Kirkwood.
State of Play
  • Palou is positioned to attempt back-to-back Indy 500 wins next Sunday.
  • He qualified as the 31st competitor despite earlier struggles during qualifying.
  • The front row for the Indy 500 will include Alexander Rossi (2nd) and David Malukas (3rd).
What's Next

The Indy 500 is set for May 24, 2026, with anticipation growing around Palou's performance and potential to secure consecutive victories. The pre-race coverage begins at 10 a.m. ET on FOX, culminating in the race start at 12:30 p.m. ET.

Bottom Line

With his second pole at the Indy 500, Alex Palou demonstrates remarkable skill and strategy, positioning himself as a formidable contender for another victory, thus aiming to solidify his legacy in the IndyCar series.