Top INDYCAR Drivers to Watch After First Three Races
The 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season has begun with electrifying performances and unexpected turns. Fans and analysts are buzzing with excitement.
After three races, several drivers have emerged as early contenders for the championship. Each brings unique stories of triumph and resilience.
The competition is fierce. The stakes are higher than ever.
Let’s look at the standout performances so far and see who is making waves in the INDYCAR world.
Felix Rosenqvist: A Promising Start with Meyer Shank Racing
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Felix Rosenqvist has made a strong impression in the early stages of the 2025 season. Driving for Meyer Shank Racing, Rosenqvist has benefited from the team’s new technical alliance with Chip Ganassi Racing.
This collaboration has helped Rosenqvist secure top-10 finishes in all three races. His average finish of 5.6 is commendable and puts him in a strong position for the rest of the season.
Despite past struggles with consistency, Rosenqvist seems ready to surpass his previous best standing of sixth in the series.
Key Highlights
- Top-10 finishes in the first three races
- Average finish of 5.6
- Benefiting from a new technical alliance with Chip Ganassi Racing
Christian Lundgaard: A Fast Start with Arrow McLaren
Christian Lundgaard has started his first season with Arrow McLaren impressively. With two podium finishes in three races, Lundgaard has quickly adapted to his new team.
He has been the top-finishing Arrow McLaren driver in two of the three races. Lundgaard currently sits third in the points standings.
His rapid success suggests a high ceiling for the rest of the season.
Key Highlights
- Two podium finishes in three races
- Third in points standings
- Quick adaptation to Arrow McLaren
Kyle Kirkwood: Consistency and Potential
Kyle Kirkwood’s performance this season has been stellar. He is currently second in points and has not finished worse than eighth in any race.
Kirkwood took pole position at Long Beach and won the Acura Grand Prix. As a former INDY NXT by Firestone champion, he has shown strong potential to be a championship contender this year.
Key Highlights
- Second in points standings
- Victory at the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach
- Maintaining consistent top finishes
Alex Palou: The Reigning Champion
Alex Palou, the reigning series champion, continues to lead the INDYCAR SERIES. He has won two of the first three races and finished second in the other.
Palou holds a 34-point lead in the standings. His past victories at Barber Motorsports Park and the Sonsio Grand Prix on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course show his ongoing strength.
Key Highlights
- Two wins in the first three races
- 34-point lead in the standings
- Proven success at Barber Motorsports Park and Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course
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