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Marco Andretti Retires From Racing After 20 Seasons

His exit leaves next year's Indianapolis 500 without an Andretti for the first time since 2005.

May 19, 2022; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Andretti Herta Autosport with Marco and Curb driver Marco Andretti (98) talks to a crew member during the third day of practice for the 106th Indianapolis 500 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-USA TODAY Sports
Marco Andretti made 20 starts at the Indianapolis 500. Image: James Black
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Overview

  • Andretti, 38, announced his decision on social media late Wednesday morning, confirming he is stepping away from motor racing and the Indianapolis 500.
  • He said he will focus on being a father to his daughter, Miura, pursue business ventures, and publish a memoir titled "Defending the Dynasty."
  • Across roughly 253 IndyCar starts, he earned two wins (Sonoma 2006, Iowa 2011), six poles, and about 20 podiums, including the 2020 Indy 500 pole.
  • He started 20 Indianapolis 500s from 2006 to 2025, finishing runner-up in his 2006 debut to Sam Hornish Jr. and exiting early in 2025 after a lap‑four crash to place 29th.
  • The announcement means no Andretti will be on the 2026 Indy 500 grid, a shift underscored by Michael Andretti’s exit from team ownership and new owner Dan Towriss having no obligation to enter a car for him.