The Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix returns to the streets of downtown Detroit for its 35th running, marking Round 7 of the 2025 NTT IndyCar Series season. As the first race following the Indianapolis 500, this event is known for its tight street circuit, unpredictable racing, and high-stakes battles.
Race Details
Event: Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix
Date: Sunday, June 1, 2025
Time: 12:47 PM ET (Green Flag)
Location: Downtown Detroit Street Circuit
Track Length: 1.645 miles
Laps: 100
Broadcast: FOX, IndyCar Radio, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio
Track Overview
The Detroit Grand Prix circuit, introduced in 2023, features nine turns and a tight, technical layout that challenges drivers with limited overtaking zones and high tire wear.
Key sections include:
Turn 3: A hairpin at the end of the fastest straight, notorious for incidents.
Turn 5: A tricky braking zone that has caused multiple crashes in past races.
Pit Lane Strategy: The narrow pit lane makes stops crucial for track position.
Top Storylines to Watch
Alex Palou’s Dominance
Palou has won four of the last five races, including the Indianapolis 500, and leads the championship standings. However, Detroit has been his weakest track, finishing 19th last year after a chaotic race.
Scott Dixon’s Detroit Mastery
Dixon won the 2024 Detroit Grand Prix, executing a two-stop strategy while others made four or five stops. His ability to manage fuel and tires could be key again.
Pato O’Ward’s Title Chase
O’Ward sits second in the standings, but consistency has been an issue. He needs a strong result to close the gap to Palou.
Colton Herta’s Redemption
Herta started on pole last year but struggled in the rain. He’s looking to capitalize on his Andretti Global street course expertise.
Unpredictability & Chaos
Detroit’s tight layout has led to multiple cautions in past races. Last year, 47 of 100 laps were run under yellow due to crashes and wet conditions. Expect another wild race.
DRIVER ODDS
Alex Palou + 145
Kyle Kirkwood + 450
Scott McLaughlin + 650
Josef Newgarden + 700
Colton Herta + 750
Will Power + 1000
Scott Dixon + 1200
Pato O’Ward + 1200
Christian Lundgaard + 1200
Marcus Ericsson + 2500
Felix Rosenqvist + 2500
David Malukas + 2500
Marcus Armstrong + 4500
Alexander Rossi + 5000
Santino Ferrucci + 6000
Rinus Veekay + 6000
Louis Foster + 8000
Graham Rahal + 8000
Robert Shwartzman + 10000
Christian Rasmussen + 10000
Nolan Siegel + 15000
Kyffin Simpson + 15000
Devlin DeFrancesco + 20000
Sting Ray Robb + 20000
Conor Daly + 20000
Callum Ilott + 20000
Jacob Abel + 30000
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, May 31, 2025
