The kiwi charge has fallen short at the Indycar race in Alabama

Pato O'Ward has won the round, from Alex Palou and Rinus Veekay who had led for much of the race.

Scott Dixon was the first New Zealander home in fifth after starting in ninth, with Scott McLaughlin a spot behind.

Palou has taken the series lead, three points ahead of Scott McLaughlin who in turn is six ahead of Josef Newgarden.

And Shane van Gisbergen is now 164 points clear of the Supercars field after two wins in Perth.

MOTORSPORT WITH CRC FIVE FIVE SIX. MADE RIGHT HERE IN NEW ZEALAND.