Overview
- Shwartzman posted on social media on September 10 to say he is very happy racing in IndyCar and has never said otherwise.
- He described the chatter as speculation that is inaccurate, damaging and offensive, urging fans to trust only his direct statements.
- The 25-year-old completed his rookie season with newcomer PREMA Racing after moving over from sports cars and previous F1 reserve duties.
- His year featured a standout achievement with pole position for the 109th Indianapolis 500, the first rookie to do so in 42 years.
- He logged two top-10 finishes, placed 24th in the championship, and narrowly lost Rookie of the Year honors to Louis Foster, with a best race result of ninth at Iowa.