Indy 500 drivers: Meet the starting grid for 2026 race, from pole winner Alex Palou to Katherine Legge

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With Memorial Day weekend comes the Indianapolis 500, where a field of 33 drivers will compete over a long afternoon race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. In 2026, the group of 33 drivers includes plenty of previous Indy 500 victors, from Takuma Sato to last year's winner, Alex Palou. But history will also be on the line as Katherine Legge attempts to complete the "Double," racing in the Indy 500 and NASCAR’s Coca-Cola 600 on the same day.

Here's a full look at the starting grid for the 2026 Indy 500, including tidbits to know about each driver. MORE: Full 2026 Indy 500 qualifying results Indy 500 starting grid 2026 Alex Palou posted the fastest time in the Firestone Fast Six, the final round of competition at last weekend's qualifying. His Honda had an average speed of 232.

248 mph, meaning Palou will take the first position for the Indy 500 after winning the race in 2025. Below is the full starting grid for the Indianapolis 500. Position Driver Car No.