Will Power Savors Emotional 45th IndyCar Victory at Portland
Will Power’s triumph at the 2025 BitNile.com Grand Prix of Portland was more than just another win on the stat sheet — it was a deeply satisfying moment shared with his entire Team Penske outfit and respected rivals up and down the pit lane. The Australian veteran, who now ranks fifth on IndyCar’s all-time win list with 45 career victories, described the victory as one of the most rewarding moments of his recent career.
“I was happy for everyone, man,” Power said in the aftermath of the race. “Both teammates came up, all the engineers, all the crews came up. As I drove down pit lane, many teams happy to see us get a win there.”
The emotion stemmed from a season that has tested Power’s patience. Despite consistently strong qualifying performances, bad luck and mechanical issues had delayed his first victory of the 2025 campaign until Portland. The relief was evident not only for Power but across the Penske garage, where crew members celebrated a breakthrough that reaffirmed the team’s competitive edge.
Starting from third, Power executed a near-flawless race, leading the majority of laps and fending off fierce challenges from Christian Lundgaard and newly crowned series champion Alex Palou. His tire management and sharp racecraft ensured he stayed in control, delivering a win that had eluded him since this event last year.
The fact that rivals congratulated him so warmly speaks to the respect Power commands in the paddock after more than a decade at the front of the field. Known for his tenacity and precision, the 2014 series champion has spent much of 2025 refining his approach to match evolving race strategies and the increasingly competitive grid.
This latest victory not only cements his standing as one of IndyCar’s greatest modern racers but also signals that, even at 44, Power remains a formidable force. With two rounds still to go, he is already looking to carry the Portland momentum into Milwaukee and Nashville, determined to end the season with more silverware.
For Power, though, the memories of the Portland win will linger for more than just the points gained — it was the genuine camaraderie, respect, and joy shared across pit lane that will define this milestone moment in his decorated career.