Eric Smith of INDYCAR.com is back to rank the top 10 drivers in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES after each of the 17 races this season ...

Alex Palou (photo) earned the 12th victory of his NTT INDYCAR SERIES career and his first on the streets of St. Petersburg.

1. Alex Palou (No. 10 DHL Chip Ganassi Racing Honda) Palou won the last two championships and this season’s opener. Enough said: He remains at the top spot until further notice.