Alex Palou, an INDYCAR driver, held a video news conference ahead of the Honda Indy 200 at Mid Ohio.

He discussed his sponsor, Guaranteed Rate, and his excitement to return to Mid Ohio, a track he has been to before.

Palou also talked about his rookie season and how he is leading the rookie points, hoping to win the rookie championship and secure a contract for next year. He discussed the challenges of racing on ovals and how he is still adapting to this aspect of the sport. Palou also talked about the upcoming races on road courses and how he is preparing for them.

The press conference was hosted by Arni Sribhen, the Coordinator of Media Relations for INDYCAR, and featured questions from various journalists covering the sport.

The podcast provides insights into the world of INDYCAR racing and the experiences of drivers like Palou as they navigate the challenges of the sport. Palou's discussion sheds light on the importance of confidence in oneself and the team, and how this has helped him stay mentally strong even after unfortunate incidents on the track.

Questions from Motorsport Journal's Edmund Jenks begin at 17:15 within the ZOOM Call recording podcast.