Alex Palou wins Children's of Alabama Indy Grand Prix

The INDYCAR NTT SERIES race was held at Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 7:33pm

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Alex Palou, the 24-year-old Spanish driver, took the checkered flag at the Children's of Alabama Indy Grand Prix, an INDYCAR NTT SERIES race held at Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham.

Why it matters

Palou's victory marks his second win of the 2026 INDYCAR season, further cementing his status as one of the top young talents in the sport. The race at Barber Motorsports Park is a key event on the INDYCAR calendar, drawing thousands of fans to the Birmingham area.

The details

Palou led for the majority of the 90-lap race, fending off challenges from veteran drivers such as Will Power and Scott Dixon. The win extends Palou's lead in the INDYCAR NTT SERIES championship standings as he looks to capture his second title in three years.

  • The Children's of Alabama Indy Grand Prix took place on March 29, 2026.

The players

Alex Palou

A 24-year-old Spanish driver competing in the INDYCAR NTT SERIES, Palou is considered one of the top young talents in the sport and is the defending series champion.

Will Power

A veteran INDYCAR driver who finished second to Palou in the race, Power is a former series champion and one of the most successful drivers in INDYCAR history.

Scott Dixon

A six-time INDYCAR champion, Dixon finished third in the Children's of Alabama Indy Grand Prix as he continues his pursuit of a seventh title.

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What they’re saying

“It was a hard-fought race, but the car was just amazing today. The team gave me a great strategy and I'm so proud to get another win for them.”

— Alex Palou, INDYCAR Driver

“Alex was just too strong for us today. We'll go back, regroup, and come back even stronger at the next race.”

— Will Power, INDYCAR Driver

What’s next

The next race on the INDYCAR NTT SERIES calendar is the Indianapolis Grand Prix on April 12, 2026.

The takeaway

Palou's dominant performance at Barber Motorsports Park solidifies his status as one of the top drivers in INDYCAR and puts him in prime position to defend his series championship.