Josef Newgarden was still utterly dominant and Team Penske finally flexed its muscles on Saturday at Iowa Speedway. But when it counted most, it was a different driver and team that broke through for their first win of 2025.

Josef Newgarden, a two-time Indianapolis 500 winner, secured the pole position at Iowa Speedway, a track significantly altered by a partial repave. Team Penske, despite past dominance at Iowa Speedway, has struggled this year, facing scandals and on-track misfortunes. NEWTON—The King of Iowa Speedway added another trophy to his collection July 12.

Pato O'Ward has chased the tail of Josef Newgarden's car plenty in his IndyCar career. So his win at Iowa was all the more sweet in Race 1 Saturday.