Indy 500 Starting Grid with Car Numbers and Teams

Indy 500 Starting Grid with Car Numbers and Teams – The 110th Running of the Indianapolis 500 delivered one of the most anticipated grids in recent years. Defending champion Alex Palou secured the pole position, setting the stage for a thrilling Memorial Day weekend showdown at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

What Is the Indy 500 Starting Grid?

The starting grid determines the order of the 33 cars at the beginning of the race. Positions are set through qualifying, with adjustments for any penalties. Fans across the USA look forward to this lineup as it highlights top drivers, powerhouse teams like Team Penske and Chip Ganassi Racing, and manufacturer battles between Honda and Chevrolet.

2026 Indy 500 Pole Winner and Front Row

Row 1

  • Position 1: #10 Alex Palou (Chip Ganassi Racing, Honda) – 232.248 mph
  • Position 2: #20 Alexander Rossi (Ed Carpenter Racing, Chevrolet) – 231.990 mph
  • Position 3: #12 David Malukas (Team Penske, Chevrolet) – 231.877 mph

Complete 2026 Indy 500 Starting Grid by Row

Here is the full official starting lineup for the 2026 Indianapolis 500:

Row 1

    1. #10 Alex Palou – Chip Ganassi Racing (Honda)
    1. #20 Alexander Rossi – Ed Carpenter Racing (Chevrolet)
    1. #12 David Malukas – Team Penske (Chevrolet)

Row 2

    1. #60 Felix Rosenqvist – Meyer Shank Racing w/ Curb-Agajanian (Honda)
    1. #14 Santino Ferrucci – A.J. Foyt Enterprises (Chevrolet)
    1. #5 Pato O’Ward – Arrow McLaren (Chevrolet)

Row 3

    1. #8 Kyffin Simpson – Chip Ganassi Racing (Honda)
    1. #23 Conor Daly – Dreyer & Reinbold Racing (Chevrolet)
    1. #3 Scott McLaughlin – Team Penske (Chevrolet)

Row 4

    1. #9 Scott Dixon – Chip Ganassi Racing (Honda)
    1. #76 Rinus VeeKay – Ed Carpenter Racing (Chevrolet)
    1. #75 Takuma Sato – Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing (Honda)

Row 5

    1. #33 Ed Carpenter – Ed Carpenter Racing (Chevrolet)
    1. #06 Hélio Castroneves – Meyer Shank Racing (Honda)
    1. #21 Christian Rasmussen – Ed Carpenter Racing (Chevrolet)

Row 6

    1. #66 Marcus Armstrong – Meyer Shank Racing (Honda)
    1. #28 Marcus Ericsson – Andretti Global (Honda)
    1. #7 Christian Lundgaard – Arrow McLaren (Chevrolet)

Row 7

    1. #26 Will Power – Team Penske (Chevrolet)
    1. #6 Nolan Siegel – Arrow McLaren (Chevrolet)
    1. #45 Louis Foster – Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing (Honda)

Row 8 (and beyond) include additional entries such as Romain Grosjean (#18 Dale Coyne Racing), Kyle Kirkwood (#27 Andretti), Katherine Legge, and rookies like Mick Schumacher, with back-row adjustments for technical penalties on cars like Caio Collet and others.

For the absolute latest or printable version, visit the official IndyCar starting grid PDF or IMS live grid page.

Key Storylines for American Fans

  • Defending Champion Palou starts on pole, aiming for back-to-back wins.
  • Strong presence from American drivers like Alexander Rossi, Santino Ferrucci, Conor Daly, and Ed Carpenter.
  • Team battles: Penske, Ganassi, and McLaren dominate the front.
  • Manufacturer rivalry: Honda vs. Chevrolet engines powering the field.

Where to Watch the Indy 500?

Tune in on NBC or Peacock for live coverage. Many fans attend in person at the historic Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indiana.

Pro Tip: Bookmark official sources like IndyCar.com and IndianapolisMotorSpeedway.com for real-time updates, as minor grid changes can occur due to penalties or strategy.

Whether you’re planning a race day party or just want the full car numbers and teams list, this 2026 Indy 500 starting grid delivers high-speed excitement for motorsport enthusiasts across the United States. Enjoy the Greatest Spectacle in Racing!