Alex Palou’s Thrilling Indy 500 Victory Makes History as First Spaniard to Win

In a heart-pounding finish at the 2025 Indianapolis 500, Alex Palou seized victory, outmaneuvering Marcus Ericsson with just 14 laps remaining to claim his first Indy 500 title. The Spanish driver, starting from sixth, navigated a chaotic race marked by rain threats and multiple cautions, proving his mettle on the iconic oval. Palou’s daring pass around Ericsson, undeterred by lapped traffic, led to a triumphant dash down the frontstretch, where he savored the sweet taste of victory—and that ice-cold milk.

The race was a gauntlet of mishaps. Alexander Rossi’s hopes went up in flames, literally, as his car leaked fluid and caught fire in the pits. Early crashes took out Scott McLaughlin before the green flag even waved, followed by Marco Andretti, Rinus VeeKay, and others, including Kyle Larson, whose dream of “The Double” ended in disappointment. Yet, Palou’s focus never wavered, cementing his dominance with five wins in the first six IndyCar races this season.

Ericsson, David Malukas, Pato O’Ward, and Felix Rosenqvist rounded out the top five, with Keith Kirkwood and others securing top-10 finishes. Palou’s historic win as the first Spaniard to conquer Indy is a testament to skill, strategy, and a touch of luck in a race where chaos reigned.