Post-Race Infractions at 2025 Indianapolis 500 Sends Three Driv...

Post-Race Infractions at 2025 Indianapolis 500 Sends Three Drivers To The back Of The Field

INDYCAR has issued significant penalties following post-race inspections at the 2025 Indianapolis 500, impacting the final standings and shaking the race’s aftermath.

Technical violations were identified in the cars of Andretti Global’s Marcus Ericsson and Kyle Kirkwood (Nos. 27 and 28) and PREMA Racing’s Callum Ilott (No. 90).

Andretti Global faced scrutiny for unapproved modifications to the Dallara-supplied Energy Management System (EMS) covers and cover-to-A-arm mounting points.

These changes, which included unauthorized spacers and parts, aimed to enhance aerodynamic efficiency but explicitly violated INDYCAR regulations requiring supplied parts to be used as delivered.

PREMA Racing encountered issues with Ilott’s car, which failed to meet the minimum endplate height and proper front wing specifications.

The penalties cited multiple infractions, including but not limited to:

• Rule 9.3.1 (Improper Conduct): Engaging in actions detrimental to racing integrity.
• Rules 14.1.2 and 14.1.3 (Part Modifications): Prohibiting unauthorized modifications to supplier parts.
• Rule 14.7.6.8 (Technical Specifications): Ensuring conformity to dimensional requirements.

Penalties Imposed

All three cars were immediately relegated to the rear of the field.

This adjustment placed Marcus Ericsson, Kyle Kirkwood, and Callum Ilott in 31st, 32nd, and 33rd positions, respectively. Additional penalties included:

• A $100,000 fine per entry.
• A one-race suspension for each team’s competition manager.

Here are the drivers addressing the violations:

INDYCAR clarified that the revised standings impacted both championship points and prize money to align with the adjusted results.

The penalties significantly reshaped the final outcomes of the iconic race.

AJ Foyt Racing’s David Malukas moved up to second, with Arrow McLaren’s Pato O’Ward claiming third, joining winner Alex Palou in the top spots.

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Andretti Global has indicated its intent to appeal the rulings, calling the sanctions “harsh.”

Callum Ilott and PREMA Racing, however, have opted to accept the penalties, attributing the discrepancy to potential oversight during preparation.

These enforcement actions underscore INDYCAR’s commitment to upholding fairness and technical standards.

Post-Race Infractions at 2025 Indianapolis 500 Sends Three Drivers To The back Of The Field  was originally published on 1075thefan.com