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Is IndyCar's once-promising pathway to F1 now a road closed?
Not long ago, IndyCar boasted three up-and-coming drivers with potential to make the jump to F1. Now, though? The series' hopes rest on Pato O'Ward.
Penske Entertainment: James Black
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IndyCar, Cowboys, Rangers partner for '26 race
IndyCar will return to Texas in 2026 with a street race in Arlington in a joint venture between the Cowboys and the official events partner of the Rangers.
Álex Palou
Palou's third IndyCar crown places him among series' greats
After winning three IndyCar championships in four years, the only names ahead of Álex Palou's in the series' history books are the all-time greats.
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New deal keeps Firestone as IndyCar tire supplier
Firestone will continue as the only tire supplier for all IndyCar racing under a long-term extension between Bridgestone America and Penske Entertainment.
Kyle Larson
Larson to again try Indy 500-Coke 600 'double'
NASCAR driver Kyle Larson will again attempt to run the Indianapolis 500 and the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway on the same day in 2025.
Will Power
At 43, Power is defying time to challenge for IndyCar crown
As most drivers age, they lose the hunger and bravery that fueled the wins of their 20s. Not Will Power, who at 43 is eyeing his third IndyCar title.
Santino Ferrucci
Ferrucci gives Foyt first IndyCar pole in decade
Santino Ferrucci won the first pole of his IndyCar career on Saturday and gave AJ Foyt Racing the top starting spot for the first time since Takuma Sato at Detroit a decade ago.
Conor Daly
Daly takes over No. 78 car for Juncos Hollinger
IndyCar veteran Conor Daly will drive the No. 78 car for Juncos Hollinger Racing for the remainder of the season, beginning with this weekend's race at World Wide Technology Raceway near St. Louis, the team announced Wednesday.
Will Power
Power ends 5-year IndyCar oval drought at Iowa
Will Power broke through at Iowa Speedway, winning the second IndyCar Series race of the weekend for his first victory at the track.
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Daly replaces Harvey in Sunday's IndyCar race
Conor Daly is replacing Jack Harvey in the No. 18 Dale Coyne Racing car for Sunday's IndyCar Series race at Iowa Speedway.
Life Through a Lens
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Life Through a Lens: Brazil and Abu Dhabi
Veteran F1 photographer Mark Sutton talks ESPN through his favourite shots from Brazil and Abu Dhabi
Maurice Hamilton
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Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg: No points for nice guys
Maurice Hamilton argues that animosity between Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg is to expected and its up to Mercedes to deal with the repercussions.
Closed cockpits
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Closed cockpits - Not a simple solution
ESPN assistant editor Nate Saunders explains why closed cockpits are not a straightforward solution to fatal accidents in motor racing.
Radio Ga Ga
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Radio Ga Ga: "Yes! That's how you f****** do it!"
ESPN rounds up the best radio soundbites from the Belgian Grand Prix.
