Alex Palou crashes in Markham qualifying after rare IndyCar mistake
The championship leader took responsibility for the Turn 10 error but says his Chip Ganassi Racing Honda has the pace to recover from 11th on the grid
Reigning IndyCar Series champion Alex Palou crashed during qualifying for the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy at Markham on Saturday, marking a rare mistake for the four-time champion. Palou, who leads the 2026 IndyCar standings, lost control in Turn 10 during the second segment of qualifying, damaging his car and ending his chances of making the Firestone Fast Six.
Despite ending the session 12th, Palou will start 11th in the race after Alexander Rossi received a six-spot grid penalty. Palou took full responsibility for the error, admitting he overpushed during the lap that led to the crash.
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