Arrow McLaren 2026 Mission Foods Grand Prix of Monterey Race Preview

Arrow McLaren looks to add more hardware to the winningest season in team history as the NTT INDYCAR SERIES heads west to iconic Laguna Seca to conclude the 2026 campaign with the Mission Foods Grand Prix of Monterey.

With Pato's historic two-win Sunday in Milwaukee, Arrow McLaren has tallied a team-record five wins in 2026 along with 10 podiums. Decisive points remain in play as Christian (2nd, 507 points) and Pato (4th, 503 points) vie for top-three finishes in the final championship standings while Nolan aims to finish the season strong.

Pato will compete in a special "Smart to Intelligent" Arrow livery this weekend alongside Nolan (NTT DATA) and Christian (VELO) in familiar liveries. The trio begins three days of on-track competition on the twisting 11-turn road course with a Friday afternoon practice session ahead of the season's final race on Sunday.

Pato O'Ward, Driver, No. 5 Arrow McLaren Chevrolet

"Excited for this weekend at Laguna Seca. Our big day in Milwaukee has us in position to fight for P2 in the championship, so we're going to push and be aggressive. I would love to keep the win streak going heading into the offseason."

Nolan Siegel, Driver, No. 6 NTT DATA Arrow McLaren Chevrolet

"I'm looking forward to finishing the season out strong at Laguna Seca in my home state. I'm proud of the progress we've made across the 6 car over the past few years. We're pushing hard to end the year with another strong result. That’s the mindset going into the weekend, and I feel confident we’re in a good position to deliver. I’m grateful for my time in papaya, and for the colleagues, friends and fans I’ve met along the way.”

Christian Lundgaard, Driver, No. 7 VELO Arrow McLaren Chevrolet

"We know exactly what we need to do at Laguna Seca - race up front and put everything into locking down second in the championship. It's a track I enjoy, and I feel good about our chances to end the season on a high note."

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