Indy 500 Runner-up Ericsson, Teammate Kirkwood Penalized to Rear for Unapproved Car Modifications
- Marcus Ericsson and teammate Kyle Kirkwood received penalties to start at the rear of the 33-car field after the 2025 Indianapolis 500 in Indianapolis.
- The penalties followed post-race inspections revealing unapproved modifications to the Energy Management System covers, violating INDYCAR rules on approved parts.
- Eriksson finished second and Kirkwood sixth unofficially, but both were credited with 31st and 32nd place respectively, forfeiting their prize money and original points.
- Both teams were penalized with fines of $100,000 each, and their competition managers have been suspended from participating in the next Detroit Grand Prix.
- These penalties highlight the strict enforcement of technical regulations and could affect team strategies and driver standings in the 2025 IndyCar season.
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