Pato O'Ward Wins Indy Toronto, Cuts Alex Palou's Lead by 30 Points

Arrow McLaren's Pato O'Ward secured a crucial victory at the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto, reducing the gap to series leader Alex Palou. O'Ward's win marked his second victory in eight days, emphasizing his determination to challenge for the NTT INDYCAR SERIES championship. Palou finished 12th, diminishing his lead to 99 points with four races remaining, after a 30-point reduction at Exhibition Place.

O'Ward expressed surprise at his win, highlighting his team's strategic prowess and his confidence in the car's performance. The victory, O'Ward's ninth in the series, was a significant achievement considering the challenging nature of the Toronto circuit.

Rinus VeeKay and Kyffin Simpson joined O'Ward on the podium, securing notable finishes in the race. The event featured diverse strategies, with O'Ward opting for a three-stop strategy that ultimately paid off, while Palou's strategy did not yield the desired results.

The race witnessed intense action and numerous on-track passes, making it one of the most thrilling street races of the season. Team Penske faced challenges throughout the event, with multiple incidents affecting their drivers' performances.

The race concluded under caution, with Felix Rosenqvist's car sustaining damage in a collision. Despite the intense competition and incidents, only 26 cars completed the race, with Santino Ferrucci unable to participate due to car damage and injury.

Practice for the upcoming Java House Grand Prix of Monterey at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca begins Friday, with the race scheduled for Sunday.

According to the source: INDYCAR.com.