Alex Palou Secures Fourth Consecutive IndyCar Pole for Honda

Alex Palou has secured his fourth consecutive pole position in the 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season, positioning his #10 Chip Ganassi Racing Honda at the front of the grid for the Bommarito Automotive Group 500. This achievement at World Wide Technology Raceway highlights a strong qualifying effort for Honda, with multiple drivers starting near the front.

Palou's Pole Streak Continues

Palou's latest pole position marks his fourth in a row this season, demonstrating consistent performance in the 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES. Driving the HRC-liveried Honda, he aims for his fifth win of the season as he pursues his fifth IndyCar championship title. Palou has previously found success with the HRC livery, winning the Children's of Alabama Indy Grand Prix in 2025 and the Detroit Grand Prix in 2026.

Following his qualifying run, Palou noted the exceptional speed and balance of his #10 HRC Honda, expressing confidence for the upcoming night race. His strong form positions him as a key contender for victory in the Bommarito Automotive Group 500.

Honda's Strong Qualifying Performance

Honda-powered cars demonstrated significant strength in qualifying for the Bommarito Automotive Group 500. Last year's race winner, Kyle Kirkwood of Andretti Global, qualified third, placing him in a favorable position to contend for a repeat victory. Kirkwood, currently second in the championship standings, previously secured his first short oval win at this track last year.

Felix Rosenqvist of Meyer Shank Racing, winner of the 110th Indianapolis 500, qualified fourth, directly behind Kirkwood. His teammate Marcus Armstrong will start sixth, while Scott Dixon of Chip Ganassi Racing qualified seventh. In total, five Honda-powered cars secured top-10 starting spots across four different teams, underscoring the manufacturer's competitive presence. Honda enters the race as the defending winner and seeks its seventh victory of the 2026 season, along with a fifth win at World Wide Technology Raceway since the series returned in 2017.

Race Information and Broadcast

The Bommarito Automotive Group 500 will take place at World Wide Technology Raceway. Television coverage of the race is scheduled to begin at 8 PM CT / 9 PM ET on Fox. For those preferring audio coverage, complete flag-to-flag race broadcasts will be available on the INDYCAR Radio Network and SiriusXM INDYCAR Nation, accessible on Channel 160.

With Alex Palou on pole and a strong contingent of Honda-powered cars starting in the top 10, Honda is well-positioned for success in the Bommarito Automotive Group 500. The upcoming race offers an opportunity for Honda to extend its winning streak and further solidify its championship aspirations in the 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season.