Josef Newgarden ends win streak after a tough season
- Josef Newgarden achieved a victory at the Nashville Superspeedway, concluding a challenging season.
- Despite the win, Newgarden stated that it did not validate his disappointing overall performance in 2025.
- Alex Palou's impressive eight wins secured him his fourth championship title in INDYCAR.
In Nashville, the 2025 INDYCAR season came to a close with a race that highlighted the ups and downs of various drivers. Josef Newgarden, a two-time INDYCAR champion, managed to secure a victory at Nashville Superspeedway, marking a significant end to a season characterized by many setbacks and disappointments. Newgarden acknowledged that while he was happy for his team's success, he didn’t see the victory as validation since it came during a season he felt was far from his best. Over the course of the season, he had secured a podium finish only three times and faced difficulties, finishing ninth in the overall standings with just eight top 10 finishes. In contrast, Alex Palou capped off his remarkable season, which included eight victories, by finishing second at Nashville, allowing him to secure his fourth championship title. Palou established a considerable lead over fellow competitor Pato O’Ward, finishing a whopping 196 points ahead, marking a record in the INDYCAR scoring system. Other notable drivers like Felix Rosenqvist and Marcus Armstrong also participated in the finale, though their seasons presented different challenges. The final power rankings further reflected these performances, marking the end of a competitive year in INDYCAR racing.