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Marco Andretti Retires From Racing, Ending 20-Start Indy 500 Run

The 38-year-old says he will shift focus to fatherhood, business pursuits and a forthcoming memoir titled “Defending the Dynasty.”

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 announced his decision on Wednesday in a social media post, confirming he will not attempt the Indianapolis 500 next season.
  • His retirement ends a continuous Andretti presence at the Indy 500, with 2026 set to be the first race without an Andretti since 2005.
  • Across 253 IndyCar starts, he earned two victories, 20 podiums and six poles, including the 2020 Indy 500 pole.
  • He made 20 consecutive Indy 500 starts from 2006 to 2025, finishing second as a rookie in 2006 and exiting early in his final start this year after a crash that left him 29th.
  • With Michael Andretti no longer in the team ownership group and new owner Dan Towriss in place, there is no team obligation to field an Andretti entry at Indianapolis.