Kyle Kirkwood’s IndyCar title hopes remain alive only if he delivers a standout performance at the Milwaukee Mile this weekend. The narrow gap to points leader Alex Palou widened after Palou’s commanding win in Washington, D.C., leaving Kirkwood with a steep deficit entering the penultimate race of the season.
A victory in Milwaukee would keep Kirkwood’s championship chances mathematically alive, though he’d still need near-flawless results in the final round. The 1-mile oval has long been a track where Kirkwood has thrived, making it the ideal stage for a potential title-saving run.
The outcome in Wisconsin could determine whether the championship goes down to the wire or if Palou secures the crown early.
