Two-time NTT IndyCar Series champion Alex Palou has seen some movement in the year-long lawsuit he’s been embroiled in with McLaren Racing.

RACER understands a recent decision in a United Kingdom court, where McLaren’s breach-of-contract claim against Palou that seeks remuneration for advance salary payment and other losses being sought that reach beyond $20 million is being heard, has pushed both sides towards mediation. It’s believed the mediation with McLaren, which is non-binding, could take place in the coming months or early in 2025.

Unlike arbitration, which calls for a settlement to be reached, mediation does not require either side to accept whatever offers might be proposed to conclude the lawsuit. If mediation is unsuccessful, a trial later in 2025 is expected to resolve the matter.

Reached by RACER, a McLaren representative declined to comment on the matter. Palou’s manager, former IndyCar driver Roger Yasukawa, also declined to speak on the specifics of the court case, but did acknowledge the desire — with Palou close to earning a third championship at this weekend’s Nashville Speedway season finale — to put the lawsuit in the rearview mirror.