After Álex Palou won the Indy 500, I watched through the glass that separates the broadcast booth with victory circle, as Álex and his racecar were lifted up to the celebratory stage where professional photographers snapped countless rounds of images of Álex and his team celebrating the moment that no doubt changed their life. I loved watching his wife Esther hand over their daughter Lucia to celebrate with her dad and I found myself wondering what he would do next – after this portion of pomp and circumstance was over. What would his reaction be behind closed doors? I knew he’d be exhausted, rolling in on a couple hours of sleep if he was lucky, but I was so grateful to sit down with Álex the next morning; hours after winning the Indy 500, I expected adrenaline and exhaustion. What I didn’t expect was how much heart he’d bring into that conversation and what his answer to the “thing no one tells you” highlighted about his family commitment.This episode is about more than speed. It’s about the quiet sacrifices. The money burned on tires and fuel, the long days chasing a dream across continents, and the people who made it possible. From the stands inside Indianapolis Motor Speedway packed with Spanish flags to the emotional moment his father ran toward him on the track after his win, Álex opens up about the power of team, tradition, and staying level in the moments that matter most.🎧 What You’ll Hear:Why winning the Indy 500 changes everything, even for a three-time champion (12:14)The emotional celebration that started with a run down the track (13:17)Álex’s family's sacrifice and what it really took to get here (19:03)What no one tells you about the hard seasons behind the podium (18:15)Lessons in pressure, presence, and not getting too high or too low (25:23)The surprising habits that keep Álex sharp (24:13)Bonus sneak peek into fascinating red carpet conversations (26:14)Álex gives us a rare glimpse into the life of a champion, and the grounded perspective that might just keep him winning. He reminds us that greatness doesn’t just happen on the track. It’s built over years of figuring out how to show up day after day, amid failures and setbacks, even when no one is watching. This one is for anyone who wants to know more about the moments that don’t make the highlight reel; check out Álex’s inspiring story.You can watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0K4zv9MBGvQ For a full transcript and more, check out our blog post: https://www.lindsaycz.com/show-notes/alex-palou-03Check out more from Álex on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpalou/

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