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Kyle Kirkwood wins inaugural IndyCar race in Arlington
Kirkwood takes over series lead with aggressive pass late in the race
Mar. 15, 2026 at 7:23pm
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Kyle Kirkwood won the inaugural Grand Prix of Arlington, an IndyCar street race, on Sunday. Kirkwood made a bold pass on four-time series champion Alex Palou with 15 laps remaining and held on to the lead for the rest of the race, which ended under caution. The victory was Kirkwood's sixth career win, with five of those coming on street courses.
Why it matters
The Grand Prix of Arlington is a new addition to the IndyCar calendar, and Kirkwood's win marks the first time the series has raced in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Kirkwood's victory also propels him to the top of the overall points standings, setting up an intriguing championship battle for the rest of the season.
The details
Kirkwood made the decisive pass on Palou by diving underneath the four-time champion in Turn 1, taking the lead and then holding it for the final 15 laps. The race ended under caution after a late incident, giving Kirkwood the win. This was Kirkwood's fifth street course victory in his young IndyCar career.
- The Grand Prix of Arlington took place on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
- Kirkwood made the winning pass on Palou with 15 laps remaining in the 80-lap race.
The players
Kyle Kirkwood
A rising star in the IndyCar Series, Kirkwood has now won six career races, with five of those coming on street courses.
Alex Palou
The four-time IndyCar Series champion was leading late in the race before Kirkwood made the decisive pass to take the win.
What they’re saying
“That was a gutsy move by Kirkwood, but it paid off. He's really starting to show his talent on the street courses.”
— Dario Franchitti, Former IndyCar driver and current NBC Sports analyst
What’s next
The IndyCar Series will head to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course for the next race on April 12, 2026.
The takeaway
Kirkwood's win in the inaugural Grand Prix of Arlington demonstrates his growing dominance on street courses and puts him in prime position to contend for the IndyCar championship this season.
