Rosenqvist wins record-setting Indy 500
Felix Rosenqvist won the 2026 Indianapolis 500 in a dramatic finish, marking the closest victory in the race's history. He made a last-second pass on David Malukas, who had been leading the race. The event was filled with excitement and suspense, culminating in a thrilling one-lap shootout after multiple cautions.
- ▪Rosenqvist won the race by a margin of 0.0233 seconds, the closest in Indianapolis Motor Speedway history.
- ▪The race featured a late caution that changed the dynamics, allowing Malukas to take the lead before Rosenqvist's final pass.
- ▪Rosenqvist described the finish as 'unreal' and emphasized the excitement of winning at the historic IMS.
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