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Palou suffers tough day in Washington

Four-time IndyCar champion Alex Palou endured a difficult day in Washington D.C. despite starting from pole position in the Freedom 250 Grand Prix.

Palou, the reigning series champion, only led when the green flag was waved by President Donald Trump. His troubles began during his first pit stop on lap 36 of 147 when he struck a right-rear tire belonging to another competitor. playerbros.org

The Spaniard's disappointing day continued as he failed to mount a serious challenge for the podium position after the early pit stop mishap.