Meyer Shank Racing Prepares for Sonsio Grand Prix at IMS
As May begins, the racing world turns its focus to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) for the Sonsio Grand Prix. Meyer Shank Racing (MSR) is preparing for round five of the 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season.
Drivers Marcus Armstrong and Felix Rosenqvist are ready to take on the 2.439-mile, 14-turn road course. This race is important for MSR, which earned its first INDYCAR SERIES podium at IMS in 2019.
The race will be broadcast live on FOX and SiriusXM. Fans are looking forward to an exciting weekend of racing.
The Legacy of Meyer Shank Racing at IMS
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Meyer Shank Racing has a strong history at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course. The team reached several milestones here, from their debut podium finish in 2019 to a close second-place in a rainy 2022 race.
Key Highlights:
- 2019: First-ever INDYCAR SERIES podium finish at IMS
- 2020: First front-row start in INDYCAR competition
- 2022: Second-place finish in a rain-soaked Indy GP
Driver Profiles: Felix Rosenqvist and Marcus Armstrong
MSR’s lineup for the Sonsio Grand Prix features Felix Rosenqvist and Marcus Armstrong. Both bring valuable skills and experience to the team.
Felix Rosenqvist
Felix Rosenqvist drives the No. 60 SiriusXM Honda. He has a strong record at IMS, including a pole position in 2022 and four top-ten finishes.
This will be his seventh start on the IMS road course. His previous results make him a strong contender for the podium.
Marcus Armstrong
Marcus Armstrong pilots the No. 66 SiriusXM / Root Insurance Honda. He made his IMS road course debut in 2023, finishing 11th, and improved to a top-five finish the following season.
With a background in European road racing, Armstrong is eager to build on his progress this weekend.
Race Weekend Schedule and Broadcast Information
The Sonsio Grand Prix weekend begins with practice and qualifying on Friday, May 9. The 85-lap race takes place on Saturday, May 10.
Fans can watch live on FOX and SiriusXM (channel 218) at 4:30pm ET.
Schedule Overview:
- Friday, May 9: Practice and qualifying sessions
- Saturday, May 10: 85-lap Sonsio Grand Prix
Driver Quotes and Expectations
Felix Rosenqvist and Marcus Armstrong are both excited for the race. Rosenqvist calls IMS his “home soil” and aims to build momentum for the Indianapolis 500.
Armstrong looks forward to using his European racing experience on the IMS road course, which he describes as a “very European style track.”
Felix Rosenqvist:
*Excited to be on home soil for the next three weeks. The Indy GP is a great way to kick things off before things get serious at the 500.*
*It’s always nice to get back into the rhythm here at IMS and build momentum heading into the biggest race of the year. The team has been working hard, and I’m looking forward to seeing what we can do this weekend.*
Marcus Armstrong:
*Looking forward to getting back on track. As is Barber, the IMS road course is a very European style track, something I’m used to.*
*We’ve had a strong car here in the past, so I hope we can have a good weekend from start to finish. The weather is always unpredictable here in Indy as well so let’s see what the conditions bring.*
Conclusion
Meyer Shank Racing is preparing for the Sonsio Grand Prix. The team and its drivers are ready to compete at IMS.
With a talented driver lineup, MSR aims to make an impact this weekend. Fans can expect a race with high-speed action and strategy.
For more details on the upcoming race and the latest news, visit the official Meyer Shank Racing Kicks Off the Month of May with the Sonsio Grand Prix.
