Alex Palou (#10) triumphed at the 2026 IndyCar Grand Prix of Long Beach on Sunday, demonstrating both skill and strategy. After a challenging race where overtaking was difficult, Palou seized the lead following a crucial pit stop on lap 60, overtaking Felix Rosenqvist. Palou's pit crew executed a stop that was a full second faster than Rosenqvist's, allowing him to take advantage of clean air on the track. He ultimately won the race by 4.5 seconds. With this victory, Palou now leads the championship standings by 17 points over Kyle Kirkwood. Rosenqvist, despite finishing second, showcased impressive performance and may attract contract offers for the next season. Scott Dixon secured the third podium position, narrowly holding off Kirkwood. The next race is set for May 9 in Indianapolis.