Alex Palou has cemented his place among IndyCar legends by becoming the 76th unique driver and the 112th overall to have his image engraved on the prestigious Borg-Warner Trophy. His breakthrough victory came in the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 in May 2025, a landmark achievement that saw him become the first Spaniard to win the race.
Driving for Chip Ganassi Racing, Palou took the lead late and held off championship contenders to claim the iconic victory. His season was dominant, featuring eight wins and culminating in him securing both the Indy 500 and the IndyCar championship, the first driver to achieve this double since 2010.
On November 20, 2025, Palou’s finely crafted silver likeness was unveiled during a ceremony at Indianapolis Motor Speedway’s Commission Row, immortalizing his achievement for generations to come. This victory also marked Chip Ganassi Racing’s seventh Indy 500 triumph, placing the team second on the all-time win list.
Palou’s journey to this moment included several strong performances at Indianapolis over six appearances, steadily rising to the pinnacle of the sport. With this historic addition to the Borg-Warner Trophy, Alex Palou has not only brought glory to himself and his team but has also expanded the global footprint of the Indy 500 to Spain and beyond.