IndyCar star Pato O'Ward reveals he nearly died as a baby
IndyCar star Pato O'Ward recently revealed that he had suffered a life-threatening health condition as a baby.
www.sportskeeda.comHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting:
- Pato O’Ward has been in the news for a personal health note from his infancy that he recently discussed publicly, highlighting a pyloric surgery he underwent as a baby. This story appeared in March 2026 coverage and adds a rare personal detail about his health history.[1]
- In 2026, he’s continuing with Arrow McLaren in the IndyCar Series, with season activity and driver profile updates indicating he’s a regular top contender and has had podiums and wins in past seasons. His official IndyCar profile confirms his ongoing tenure with the team and current season stats.[2]
- Additional 2025–2026 coverage includes pre-season and in-season interviews and features, including recent media appearances and race weekend coverage that focus on his preparations and outlook for the Arlington Grand Prix and other events.[3][9][10]
If you’d like, I can pull the most recent articles from those sources and summarize any specific events (race results, injuries, team changes, or quotes) with citations. I can also set up a quick timeline of his 2026 season highlights.