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Alex Palou Struggles at Freedom 250, Keeps Title Lead

Alex Palou suffered a nightmare at the Freedom 250, finishing 20th after a rear toe link break and a pit lane penalty, but he remains the INDYCAR points leader.

Palou’s dominant weekend ended in disaster at the Freedom 250, culminating in a 20th-place finish after a rear toe link broke following a wall contact and a subsequent spin. A pit lane error also cost him a drive-through penalty, leaving him frustrated on the FOX Sports broadcast. afnews.co.za

Despite the setback, the Chip Ganassi Racing driver remains in control of the championship, holding a 91-point lead over Kyle Kirkwood with three races remaining. Palou will look to bounce back next weekend at the Milwaukee Mile doubleheader.