| Car Number | #28 |
| Team | Andretti Global |
| Engine | Honda |
| Nationality | Swedish |
| Born | September 2, 1990 - Kumla, Sweden |
| Age | 35 |
2026 Season Stats
Career Stats
Biography
Marcus Ericsson's motorsport career is a remarkable story of reinvention. After five seasons in Formula 1 with Caterham and Sauber (2014-2018) that produced modest results and zero podium finishes, Ericsson made the bold decision to cross the Atlantic and start fresh in IndyCar. What happened next exceeded even his most optimistic expectations - he became an Indianapolis 500 champion and established himself as one of the most competitive drivers in American open-wheel racing.
Born in Kumla, Sweden, Ericsson showed promise from an early age in European junior formulae. He won the Japanese Formula 3 championship and competed at the highest level of single-seater racing in F1, but the machinery he drove never allowed him to show his true potential. His move to IndyCar with Arrow Schmidt Peterson Motorsports (later Arrow McLaren) in 2019 was seen by some as a step down. It proved to be the best career decision he ever made.
With Chip Ganassi Racing, Ericsson found the competitive equipment and team environment that allowed his talent to flourish. He won his first IndyCar race in 2021 and then delivered the performance of a lifetime at the 2022 Indianapolis 500, winning the greatest race in the world in dramatic fashion. His Indy 500 victory - which included a late restart where he had to defend the lead under intense pressure - demonstrated nerves of steel and racecraft that he had never had the chance to show in F1. It was a career-defining moment that validated his decision to leave Europe.
Now racing for Andretti Global in 2026, Ericsson sits seventh in the championship with 99 points, proving he remains a consistent and competitive force. At 35, he brings a wealth of experience from both F1 and IndyCar that few of his rivals can match. His story has become an inspiration for drivers who feel their F1 careers did not reflect their true abilities - proof that there is world-class racing and life-changing opportunities beyond the F1 paddock. With his Indy 500 trophy already on the shelf, Ericsson is now chasing the IndyCar championship that would complete his remarkable American reinvention.
Interesting Facts
- Won the 2022 Indianapolis 500 after five seasons in Formula 1 that produced zero podium finishes - a dramatic career turnaround
- Raced in F1 for Caterham (2014) and Sauber (2015-2018), making 97 Grand Prix starts
- Won the 2009 Japanese Formula 3 championship before moving to GP2 and eventually F1
- His 2022 Indy 500 victory made him the first Swedish driver to win the race
- Served as a reserve and simulator driver for Alfa Romeo F1 even after moving to IndyCar full-time
Indianapolis 500 Results
| Year | Team | Start | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Arrow Schmidt Peterson | 18 | 17th |
| 2020 | Chip Ganassi Racing | 25 | 15th |
| 2021 | Chip Ganassi Racing | 15 | 12th |
| 2022 | Chip Ganassi Racing | 5 | 1st |
| 2023 | Chip Ganassi Racing | 7 | 8th |
| 2024 | Andretti Global | 12 | 10th |
| 2025 | Andretti Global | 9 | 5th |