The Freedom 250 ripped up Alex Palou’s perfect script. What began with single-lap dominance ended in pit-lane penalties and a 20th-place finish on the streets of Washington, D.C., delivering a sudden shock to an otherwise untouchable championship run.

As the INDYCAR standings take shape, Palou remains in prime position to capture the championship — what would be his fifth in six seasons. He leads the field with 553 points, building a comfortable 91-point cushion over Freedom 250 race winner Kyle Kirkwood.

Alex Palou leads the field with 553 points, building a comfortable 91-point cushion over Freedom 250 winner Kyle Kirkwood.

Sunday’s race…

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