Overview

• Josef Newgarden's pursuit of a third consecutive Indianapolis 500 victory ended prematurely due to fuel pressure issues on Lap 134.
• Team Penske's cars, including Newgarden's, were penalized for rear attenuator modifications, forcing him to start from 32nd on the grid.
• Despite the setback, Newgarden showcased a competitive car, climbing as high as sixth place during the race.
• The mechanical failure was described by Newgarden as an anomaly that his team had never encountered before.
• Alex Palou won the 109th Indianapolis 500, while Newgarden expressed gratitude for the opportunity to compete despite his disappointment.