Felix Rosenqvist will drive for Meyer Shank Racing in the highly anticipated 2026 Indianapolis 500. After an impressive qualifying performance at 231.375 mph, he secured a position in the inside of Row 2.
Felix Rosenqvist’s Indy 500 Background
The 34-year-old Swedish driver has participated in the Indy 500 seven times. His best finishes occurred in both 2022 and 2025, where he achieved 4th place. Last year, he finished 27th, while his overall earnings from the race total nearly $2.9 million.
2026 Indy 500 Details
The 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 is scheduled for Sunday, May 24, 2026. The race will start at 12:45 p.m. ET, with a two-hour pre-race show leading into the event.
Rosenqvist’s Performance and Statistics
Rosenqvist has displayed consistent performance leading up to the race. Following a strong qualifying round on May 17, he topped the speed charts and earned second place in the recent Long Beach race. Currently, he stands 11th in the IndyCar points standings.
2026 Indy 500 Starting Grid
| Position | Driver | Car Number | Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Pole Sitter] | [Number] | [Team] |
| 2 | Felix Rosenqvist | 60 | Meyer Shank Racing |
| 3 | [Driver Name] | [Number] | [Team] |
How to Watch the 2026 Indy 500
- TV Broadcast: The race will be aired on Fox, featuring Will Buxton as play-by-play announcer and analysts James Hinchcliffe and Townsend Bell.
- Radio Coverage: Listeners can tune into IndyCar Nation on SiriusXM Channel 218 or stream via the IndyCar Radio Network.
Current IndyCar Points Leaders
- Alex Palou – 237 points
- Kyle Kirkwood – 210 points
- David Malukas – 185 points
- Christian Lundgaard – 182 points
- Josef Newgarden – 162 points
As the 2026 Indy 500 approaches, the excitement continues to build around Felix Rosenqvist and his team at Meyer Shank Racing. Fans will be eager to see if he can secure his first Indy 500 victory in what promises to be an exhilarating race day.
