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McLaughlin Wins Milwaukee 250 as Palou, Power Miss Crucial Opportunities

Posted : 02 September 2024

New Zealand's Scott McLaughlin emerged victorious in the eventful second race of the Milwaukee 250 on Sunday, marking his third win of the season. Fellow Kiwi Scott Dixon finished a close second, trailing McLaughlin by just 0.4558 seconds, while Andretti’s Colton Herta secured third place. Despite the excitement of McLaughlin's win, the focus shifted to the championship standings, where a crucial opportunity was missed.

 

The race drama centered on the championship battle between Spaniard Alex Palou and Australian Will Power. Palou, who was in a position to extend his championship lead significantly, faced a major setback when he encountered an electrical issue during the pace laps. This malfunction left him 28 laps behind when he finally rejoined the race, severely compromising his chances of a strong finish.

 

Power, who was looking to capitalize on Palou’s misfortune, had the chance to reduce the 43-point deficit between them. However, his bid was thwarted when he spun out of control during a restart on lap 132, narrowly avoiding any contact with the wall or other cars. Power’s mishap resulted in a 10th-place finish, while Palou, despite his struggles, ended up in 19th place.

 

As a result, Palou retained his lead in the championship standings, with a 33-point advantage over Power heading into the final race at Nashville Superspeedway on September 15. Power expressed frustration over the missed opportunity, acknowledging that his mistake cost him valuable points. Meanwhile, Palou, although disappointed with his performance, felt relieved that his championship lead remained intact.

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