INDYCAR Drivers Root for World Cup Nations

INDYCAR rookie Dennis Hauger, the first Norwegian to race in the series, has a special celebration planned if he earns his first career podium: "Get on the podium so I can row back to Norway and celebrate with that," he quipped. Meanwhile, Mexico's Pato O'Ward expressed his excitement about Mexico's performance, saying "Mexico's been killing it" and feeling "so much FOMO" that he couldn't be there to experience the vibe. grenadier.co.za

England's Louis Foster remained realistic about his team's chances against Mexico, noting it would be "tough being their home event in Mexico City." Spain's Alex Palou hoped both Spain and the US would advance to create an exciting quarterfinal matchup, calling it "very exciting" if they met. The INDYCAR race at Mid-Ohio on Sunday will be followed by World Cup coverage on FOX.