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Rosenqvist edges Malukas in closest Indianapolis 500 finish

PUBLISHED May 24, 2026, 5:01 PM ET

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INDIANAPOLIS — Felix Rosenqvist overtook David Malukas in the final moments of the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday, swinging to the outside and passing within the last 50 feet to win by 0.0233 seconds. The pass came after a final restart in which Malukas had briefly taken the lead from Marcus Armstrong with one lap remaining. The 0.0233-second margin establishes the closest finish in Indianapolis 500 history, surpassing the 1992 margin of 0.043 seconds. Rosenqvist earned his second career IndyCar victory in 120 starts, became the third Swedish winner of the race, and delivered a win for Meyer Shank Racing as officials and timing systems confirmed the result this week.

By Daniel Hayes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

1992: Al Unser Jr. beat Scott Goodyear by 0.043 seconds, the previous closest Indy 500 finish.
Final restart occurred with one lap to go; David Malukas passed Marcus Armstrong to take the lead.
Felix Rosenqvist and Marcus Armstrong raced wheel to wheel down the backstretch and through turn four on the final lap.
Rosenqvist swung outside and passed Malukas in the final 50 feet to take the lead.
Official timing recorded Rosenqvist's winning margin at 0.0233 seconds, confirming the closest finish in race history.

News Intelligence

This historic Indy 500 finish is a reminder of the thrill and unpredictability of sports. It's a testament to perseverance, strategy, and split-second decision making. If you're a racing fan, this might inspire you to catch more races. Or, if you're into sports history, it's a new record to note.

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Who Benefited

Felix Rosenqvist, Meyer Shank Racing, sponsors, and Swedish motorsport benefited from the victory through increased visibility, a career milestone, and association with the closest Indianapolis 500 finish on record.

Who Impacted

David Malukas and Team Penske suffered a narrow defeat after leading late and losing the race in the final 50 feet, marking a high-profile near-miss in Indianapolis 500 history.

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Who Benefited

Who Impacted

David Malukas and Team Penske suffered a narrow defeat after leading late and losing the race in the final 50 feet, marking a high-profile near-miss in Indianapolis 500 history.