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IndyCar 2026: Schumacher Returns, Palou Chases Fourth Title

3/1/2026

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Mick Schumacher will return to open-wheel racing in 2026 with Rahal Letterman Lanigan in IndyCar after a two-season Formula 1 stint with Haas.
Álex Palou seeks a fourth consecutive IndyCar championship, a feat only Sebastien Bourdais has achieved.
Will Power has joined Andretti Global after leaving Team Penske to reclaim his status in the sport.
The 2026 IndyCar season begins at the St. Petersburg street course.

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Story summary

Mick Schumacher will return to open-wheel racing in 2026 with Rahal Letterman Lanigan in IndyCar after a two-season Formula 1 stint with Haas.
Álex Palou seeks a fourth consecutive IndyCar championship, a feat only Sebastien Bourdais has achieved.
Will Power has joined Andretti Global after leaving Team Penske to reclaim his status in the sport.
The 2026 IndyCar season begins at the St. Petersburg street course.