SouthernWorldwide.com – Determining the absolute best finish in the Indianapolis 500 can be a matter of personal preference, often influenced by which driver a fan was personally supporting.
Ultimately, it’s in the eye of the beholder.
This list represents one perspective on the top 10 most thrilling finishes in the storied history of the Indianapolis 500. It’s worth noting that the selection tends to favor more recent decades, a period characterized by faster racing and, consequently, closer finishes.
We will unveil one remarkable finish each day leading up to the 110th running of the Indy 500, scheduled for May 24, commencing at 12:30 p.m. ET on FOX.
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10. Ericsson Outduels O’Ward (2022)
Following a red flag interruption, Marcus Ericsson managed to hold off Pato O’Ward in a brief, two-lap sprint to the finish. However, the battle wasn’t sustained for the full two laps, as an incident on the final lap occurred behind the leaders. Ericsson had established a comfortable lead when the red flag was displayed due to a crash with just four laps remaining. In previous Indy 500 races, such a scenario would have likely resulted in the race concluding under caution, with Ericsson declared the winner.
