Overview

• Josef Newgarden and Will Power’s cars were found with illegal rear attenuator modifications during Indy 500 qualifying, leading to grid demotions and fines.
• IndyCar imposed penalties including $100,000 fines per car, strategist suspensions, and relegation to the back of the field for Sunday’s race.
• Roger Penske dismissed Team President Tim Cindric, Managing Director Ron Ruzewski, and General Manager Kyle Moyer, citing organizational failures.
• This marks Team Penske’s second major infraction in two years, following last year’s push-to-pass controversy, which also led to suspensions.
• The scandal has intensified scrutiny on Penske’s dual role as team owner and series owner, with rival teams calling for independent oversight.