Will Power Qualifies 4th at Arlington in Andretti Global Debut

Two-time IndyCar champion navigates early season challenges with new team

Mar. 15, 2026 at 3:14am

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Will Power's move to Andretti Global for the 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season continues to unfold, with the latest race weekend at Arlington offering a glimpse into the challenges and potential of this modern partnership. After a difficult start to the season, Power qualified fourth for Sunday's Java House Grand Prix, a result he described as a step towards a 'solid weekend.'

Why it matters

Power, a two-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES Champion and 2018 Indianapolis 500 winner, joined Andretti Global after 17 years with Team Penske. The transition hasn't been seamless, as Power has faced early-season setbacks, including a crash in practice and qualifying at St. Petersburg and further issues at Phoenix Raceway. However, both Power and Andretti Global remain optimistic about the potential of this new partnership.

The details

Power cited issues with the throttle pedal and brake locking as early hurdles, and he's also adjusting to a new spotter, which has impacted communication during races. Despite the initial struggles, Jill Gregory, COO of TWG Motorsports and President of Andretti Global, expressed confidence in Power's ability to fill the role left by Colton Herta, who is now a test driver for Cadillac's Formula 1 team. Power himself believes Andretti Global has the potential to become a championship-contending team.

  • Power entered the Arlington weekend 22nd in points, having faced setbacks at St. Petersburg and Phoenix Raceway.
  • Power qualified fourth for Sunday's Java House Grand Prix at Arlington.

The players

Will Power

A two-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES Champion and 2018 Indianapolis 500 winner who joined Andretti Global for the 2026 season after 17 years with Team Penske.

Jill Gregory

The COO of TWG Motorsports and President of Andretti Global, who expressed confidence in Power's ability to fill the role left by Colton Herta.

Colton Herta

The former Andretti Global driver who is now a test driver for Cadillac's Formula 1 team and visited the team at Arlington to offer support and seek insights into Power's experience with the car.

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What they’re saying

“There have been teething problems. I retain telling you, man, this will be the best team. There are so many good people here. It's just a matter of time.”

— Will Power

“I don't think he needs a lot of motivation or words of wisdom. He knows what to do.”

— Colton Herta

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