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Kyle Kirkwood Claims Detroit Streets Victory in Thrilling Grand Prix Battle

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Swaraj Patil | Last updated Jun 1, 2025 4:50 PM ET

Kyle Kirkwood delivered a commanding performance on Detroit's unforgiving streets capturing victory in the 2025 Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix.

The Andretti Global driver showcased exceptional skill and composure, securing his second NTT INDYCAR Series win of the season on the challenging 1.645-mile temporary circuit.

Starting from third place behind his teammate Colton Herta, Kirkwood had to deal with plenty of drama. The Detroit street circuit is known for being tricky with bumpy roads and tight turns that catch drivers off guard. Multiple crashes brought out yellow flags throughout the race.

Kirkwood made his big move around lap 50 taking the lead and making a smart pit stop at just the right time. This gave him fresh tires and enough fuel to make it to the finish. Even with other drivers breathing down his neck during several restarts, he stayed calm and focused.

This win follows his earlier victory at Long Beach showing that Kirkwood really knows how to handle street courses. These types of races are some of the hardest in INDYCAR because there's no room for error when you're racing between concrete walls.

Kyle Kirkwood wins Detroit Grand Prix. His second victory of the season. @IndyCarOnFOX
— Bob Pockrass (@bobpockrass) June 1, 2025

It was a great weekend overall for Andretti Global. Herta grabbed pole position and even set a new track record while Kirkwood delivered the win. The team is clearly hitting their stride this season.

These two wins give Kirkwood a strong push towards the title. Just being 26, he shows that he belongs with the best drivers and could win the INDYCAR championship in the future.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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