Alex Palou, in the Team Ganassi Honda began his IndyCar title defence with victory in the St Petersburg Grand Prix on Sunday.

Alex Palou, in the Team Ganassi Honda began his IndyCar title defence with victory in the St Petersburg Grand Prix on Sunday.

 Miguel J. Rodriguez Carrillo

Reigning IndyCar champion Alex Palou of Chip Ganassi Racing powered to victory in the opening race of the new season at the Grand Prix of St Petersburg on Sunday.

Spaniard Palou, who is looking for a third straight IndyCar title, beat team-mate Scott Dixon by 2.86 seconds.

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