In a stunning turn of events following the Indy 500, runner-up Marcus Ericsson has been penalized and demoted to 31st place after his vehicle failed a post-race inspection. This decision was part of a larger enforcement action by INDYCAR, which recently cited both Andretti Global and Prema Racing for unapproved modifications, resulting in significant penalties totaling $100,000 and suspensions. Ericsson, along with teammate Kirkwood, were among three drivers whose finishing positions were altered due to these technical violations, leading to a revised race result that has left fans and teams shocked. The penalties aim to uphold competitive integrity, but they have undeniably shaken up the outcome of this prestigious event.