Álex Palou

IndyCar driver, 2021 champion

Álex Palou - IndyCar driver, 2021 champion
Born

April 1st, 1997
28 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Spain

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Competed professionally in motorsport, focusing on IndyCar racing. Achieved significant success by winning the 2021 IndyCar Series championship. Started racing in European karting and progressed through various formula categories. Gained experience in Indy Lights before moving to IndyCar. Demonstrated skill and consistency on the track, earning recognition for performance.

Won the 2021 IndyCar Series championship

Competed for Chip Ganassi Racing

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