- Alex Palou and Chip Ganassi clinched the 2026 title — their fourth straight, five of six — but the season finale at iconic Laguna Seca still promises drama.
- Second place is wide open (Christian Lundgaard, Kyle Kirkwood and Pato O’Ward separated by four points), while Scott Dixon — leaving Chip Ganassi after 20+ years — is hunting one more win to keep his streak alive.
- Rookie of the Year (Dennis Hauger, Mick Schumacher, Caio Collet) and several drivers auditioning for 2027 rides — plus Will Power chasing his first Andretti victory — give plenty to watch beyond the championship.
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