Honda Secures Third Place at Indianapolis Motor Speedway 120

Honda Racing secured a third-place finish at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway 120, part of the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge, on September 22, 2026. The #93 MMG Honda Civic Type R TCR, piloted by LP Montour and Karl Wittmer, navigated a challenging race that included a final-lap sprint and unexpected rain. This result marks Honda's eighth podium in TCR competition for the current season.

Race Highlights and Podium Finish

The #93 MMG Honda started from the front row, with LP Montour qualifying second, just 0.009 seconds behind the pole-sitting Honda. During Montour's stint, the car maintained a competitive position, briefly leading after capitalizing on drafting opportunities. The two-hour Indianapolis Motor Speedway 120 featured several caution periods, which frequently reshuffled the field.

As the race neared its conclusion, Karl Wittmer took over driving duties. A late caution period led to a dramatic one-lap dash to the finish. Wittmer briefly took the lead, but encountered rain in certain track sections. The slippery conditions caused him to run wide in Turn 7, resulting in a third-place finish for the #93 MMG Honda.

Strong Qualifying and Team Performances

Honda demonstrated strong qualifying form at Indianapolis, achieving a front-row lockout. Rocco Pasquarella, driving the #5 TMR Honda, set a record-breaking lap for his third pole position of the season and Honda's sixth in 2026 TCR competition. LP Montour's close second-place qualifying effort further solidified Honda's early dominance.

The #72 Pegram Racing Honda Civic Type R TCR, driven by Riley Pegram and Larry Pegram, faced adversity early. After being forced off track from sixth, the team executed a determined recovery drive. Following a mid-race pit stop during a caution, Pegram Racing climbed through the field to secure a season-best sixth-place finish.

Unfortunately, the #5 TMR Honda, which had led early, experienced a mechanical issue during the mid-race stages. This problem ultimately forced Rocco Pasquarella and Tim Lewis to retire from the event, preventing them from converting their pole position into a strong race result.

Looking Ahead to the Season Finale

The third-place finish at Indianapolis contributes to Honda's impressive tally of eight podiums in the 2026 TCR season. This consistent performance highlights the competitive edge of the Honda Civic Type R TCR in the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge series.

The IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge season is rapidly approaching its conclusion. Honda Racing will next compete in the tenth and final round, the two-hour FOX Factory 120, scheduled for October 2, 2026, at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta. The team will aim to build on its Indianapolis momentum for a strong finish to the championship.

Honda's consistent performance in the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge, highlighted by multiple pole positions and podium finishes, positions the manufacturer strongly as the 2026 season approaches its conclusion. The team will aim to cap off the year with another competitive showing at the upcoming FOX Factory 120.