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Marcus Ericsson stunned the NTT IndyCar grid after a dominant Fast 6 performance in Arlington, taking his first pole after 117 starts.
Photo Credit: Penske Entertainment | Chris Owens

Ericsson on “amazing” feeling after bagging first IndyCar pole ahead of Arlington race

Ana Sorge04 mins

Marcus Ericsson stunned the NTT IndyCar grid after a dominant Fast 6 performance in Arlington, taking his first pole position after 117 starts. Prior to the inaugural Arlington weekend, IndyCar announced a modified format for the final part of qualifying. Departing from the standard street-course format, drivers would instead take to the track for one-off…

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The 2026 IndyCar season kicks off with the race in St. Pete. Scott McLaughlin fires away from pole after a dominant qualifying session.
Photo Credit: Penske Entertainment | James Black

IndyCar | St. Pete | Race | Palou throws down the gauntlet with dominant win in season-opener

Ana Sorge05 mins

The 2026 IndyCar season kicks off with the race in St. Pete. Scott McLaughlin fires away from pole after a dominant qualifying session, and rookie Dennis Hauger starts from 3rd on debut. Chaos and cautions on Lap 1 Scott McLaughlin holds position out of turn 1 from Ericsson, while rookie Dennis Hauger loses P3 to…

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Marcus Ericsson
Photo Credits: Penske Entertainment | Matt Fraver

Ericsson focusing on “being at the front of the field” ahead of 2026 IndyCar season opener in St. Pete

Ana Sorge07 mins

Before the sunshine and speed of St. Pete for the start of the 2026 NTT IndyCar season, Marcus Ericsson sat down with the media including Pit Debrief to discuss his thoughts ahead of the first race of the season. Ericsson is heading into his eighth season, and his third with Andretti Global. As former winner…

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Arrow McLaren driver Nolan Siegel responds to media comments from Team Principal Tony Kanaan ahead of the 2026 IndyCar season.
Photo Credit: Penske Entertainment | Joe Skibinski

Nolan Siegel under pressure — responds to Tony Kanaan’s comments ahead of 2026 IndyCar season

Disha Rawal06 mins

Arrow McLaren driver Nolan Siegel enters the 2026 IndyCar season under pressure from Arrow McLaren. Completing his first full IndyCar season in 2025, Siegel finished 22nd in the standings, with a highest finish of P8 at Road America. Comparatively, teammates Pato O’Ward and Christian Lundgaard finished 2nd and 5th, respectively. In an interview with Motorsport,…

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Kyffin Simpson
Photo Credits: Penske Entertainment | Joe Skibinski

Simpson aiming high for big results in 2026 IndyCar season

Ana Sorge05 mins

Kyffin Simpson is heading into his third NTT IndyCar season, piloting the No. 8 Chip Ganassi Racing Honda. The Cayman Islands-born racer is looking to carry the momentum and strong team chemistry from past seasons into podiums and wins for 2026. Simpson spoke to Pit Debrief and other media outlets about his hopes for the…

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Meyer Shank Racing driver Felix Rosenqvist highlighted the need to learn from reigning IndyCar champion Alex Palou ahead of the 2026 season.
Photo Credit: Penske Entertainment | Chris Owens

Rosenqvist on learning from champion Palou ahead of 2026 IndyCar season

Disha Rawal06 mins

Felix Rosenqvist heads into the 2026 IndyCar season on strong footing. The Swede drove superbly in 2025, finishing a strong P6 in the standings and scoring a podium at Road America. Rosenqvist continues to pilot the No. 60 Honda for Meyer Shank Racing alongside teammate Marcus Armstrong. Rosenqvist spoke about the upcoming 2026 season during…

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David Malukas joins Team Penske for the 2026 IndyCar season.
Photo Credit: Penske Entertainment | Joe Skibinski

Malukas: “Consistency” key to success with Team Penske ahead of 2026 IndyCar season

Disha Rawal04 mins

David Malukas heads to Team Penske for the 2026 IndyCar season, replacing veteran driver Will Power in the No. 12 Chevrolet. After a successful season with AJ Foyt, finishing P11 in the standings, the American transitions to a new chapter in his career. Malukas spoke about his transition to Team Penske on IndyCar content days…

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Arrow McLaren driver Pato O'Ward hopes to continue the team's positive momentum by not staying "static" for the 2026 IndyCar season.
Photo Credit: Penske Entertainment | Travis Hinkle

O’Ward: Arrow McLaren a “little step” away from glory as he previews 2026 IndyCar season

Esha Bajwa04 mins

Arrow McLaren driver Pato O’Ward hopes to continue the team’s positive momentum by not staying “static” for the 2026 IndyCar season. The Mexican driver finished the 2025 season as the highest-placing Chevy driver, with 2 wins and finishing second overall in the championship. After Arrow McLaren’s best season in 2025, O’Ward wants to build on…

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