The Sonsio Grand Prix started with a multi-car crash in Turn 1, involving driver Pato O'Ward. The incident raised concerns about safety and race conditions.
Key points
Sonsio Grand Prix began with a multi-car crash
Pato O'Ward was involved in the incident
The crash occurred in Turn 1
Race safety concerns were raised
Event took place at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
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Sonsio Grand Prix begins with multi-car crash in Turn 1, including Pato O'Ward
Gasoline alley the morning of the Sons Grand Prix Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Andretti Global driver Will Power (26) prepares to get in his car Saturday, May 9, 2026, during qualifying for the Sonsio Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
A tire truck moves through gasoline alley the morning of the Sons Grand Prix Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Team Penske driver Josef Newgarden (2) prepares to get in his car Saturday, May 9, 2026, during qualifying for the Sonsio Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Q&A
What caused the multi-car crash at the Sonsio Grand Prix?
The specific cause of the multi-car crash in Turn 1 has not been detailed, but it involved several cars, including Pato O'Ward's.
Which drivers were involved in the crash at the Sonsio Grand Prix?
The crash involved multiple drivers, with Pato O'Ward being one of the notable participants affected.
What are the implications of the crash for the Sonsio Grand Prix race?
The crash may impact the race's safety protocols and could lead to further investigations into the incident.
When did the Sonsio Grand Prix take place?
The Sonsio Grand Prix took place on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Chip Ganassi Racing driver Kyffin Simpson (8) signs autographs on his way to pit lane Saturday, May 9, 2026, ahead of qualifying for the Sonsio Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Large puddles left after the qualifying rounds were cancelled due to rain Saturday, May 9, 2026, during the Sonsio Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
A.J. Foyt Enterprises driver Caio Collet (4) sits in his pit box Saturday, May 9, 2026, during qualifying for the Sonsio Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
David Letterman walks by Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing driver Graham Rahal’s (15) pit box Saturday, May 9, 2026, during qualifying for the Sonsio Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Andretti Global driver Will Power (26) prepares to get in his car Saturday, May 9, 2026, during qualifying for the Sonsio Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
David Letterman sits in Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing driver Graham Rahal’s (15) pit box Saturday, May 9, 2026, during qualifying for the Sonsio Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Team Penske driver Scott McLaughlin (3) sits by his pit box Saturday, May 9, 2026, during qualifying for the Sonsio Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Photos from qualifying for the 2026 Sonsio Grand Prix of Indianapolis
Gasoline alley the morning of the Sons Grand Prix Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Photos from qualifying for the 2026 Sonsio Grand Prix of Indianapolis
Gasoline alley the morning of the Sons Grand Prix Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Photos from qualifying for the 2026 Sonsio Grand Prix of Indianapolis
Andretti Global driver Will Power (26) prepares to get in his car Saturday, May 9, 2026, during qualifying for the Sonsio Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Photos from qualifying for the 2026 Sonsio Grand Prix of Indianapolis
A tire truck moves through gasoline alley the morning of the Sons Grand Prix Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Photos from qualifying for the 2026 Sonsio Grand Prix of Indianapolis
Team Penske driver Josef Newgarden (2) prepares to get in his car Saturday, May 9, 2026, during qualifying for the Sonsio Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Photos from qualifying for the 2026 Sonsio Grand Prix of Indianapolis
Chip Ganassi Racing driver Kyffin Simpson (8) signs autographs on his way to pit lane Saturday, May 9, 2026, ahead of qualifying for the Sonsio Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Photos from qualifying for the 2026 Sonsio Grand Prix of Indianapolis
Large puddles left after the qualifying rounds were cancelled due to rain Saturday, May 9, 2026, during the Sonsio Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Photos from qualifying for the 2026 Sonsio Grand Prix of Indianapolis
A.J. Foyt Enterprises driver Caio Collet (4) sits in his pit box Saturday, May 9, 2026, during qualifying for the Sonsio Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Photos from qualifying for the 2026 Sonsio Grand Prix of Indianapolis
David Letterman walks by Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing driver Graham Rahal’s (15) pit box Saturday, May 9, 2026, during qualifying for the Sonsio Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Photos from qualifying for the 2026 Sonsio Grand Prix of Indianapolis
Andretti Global driver Will Power (26) prepares to get in his car Saturday, May 9, 2026, during qualifying for the Sonsio Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Photos from qualifying for the 2026 Sonsio Grand Prix of Indianapolis
David Letterman sits in Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing driver Graham Rahal’s (15) pit box Saturday, May 9, 2026, during qualifying for the Sonsio Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Photos from qualifying for the 2026 Sonsio Grand Prix of Indianapolis
Team Penske driver Scott McLaughlin (3) sits by his pit box Saturday, May 9, 2026, during qualifying for the Sonsio Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
INDIANAPOLIS – The Sonsio Grand Prix began with a multiple-car crash in Turn 1. Felix Rosenqvist, Pato O'Ward, Scott Dixon and Caio Collet all came to a stop on the first lap after Rosenqvist's No. 60 Meyer Shank Racing Honda appeared to lock up going into the turn.
The race went to a caution, and all four drivers were able to stay in the race, albeit in the back of the field. Rosenqvist and Collet were forced to pit. O'Ward began the race in second, Rosenqvist was third, Dixon eighth and Collet 12th.
Alex Palou, the three-time defending champion of the 85-lap race, was unaffected by the chaos, as he remained in first place after winning the pole Saturday morning. Juncos Hollinger Racing's Rinus VeeKay, who began the race in 21st, also pitted, as his car was smoking before getting to the start-finish line.
VeeKay and Rosenqvist entered the restart at the back of the field after doing pit stops while the pits were closed. Rosenqvist was given a drive-through penalty for avoidable contact.
