Álex Palou - Pytagua

Society - May 18, 2026, 11:45 AMPalou surprises with pole position for the Indianapolis 500 and admits: 'We didn't expect it'

Spaniard Álex Palou (Chip Ganassi) took pole position for the 2026 Indianapolis 500 with an average speed of 232.248 mph, saying the result surprised even his own team. The four-time IndyCar champion highlighted the confidence and experience he has gained but cautioned that pole does not guarantee victory in the May 24 race.