Alexander Rossi is recovering from minor injuries sustained during a multi-car accident at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 18. The incident occurred in a post-qualifying practice session for the Indianapolis 500, where Rossi collided with the wall and briefly went airborne. Following the crash, he was transported to a local hospital while fellow drivers, Pato O’Ward and Romain Grosjean, exited their vehicles unscathed. Rossi's injuries include damage to his left hand and right ankle, but he underwent successful outpatient procedures and is under medical evaluation for his recovery ahead of the race.

By the Numbers
  • Rossi recorded a four-lap average qualifying speed of 231.99 mph, securing a career-best second place on the starting grid.
  • Approximately 30 minutes into the practice session, Rossi was involved in a crash that included O'Ward and Grosjean, but no additional competitors were affected.
State of Play
  • Rossi is under care from IndyCar’s medical director and will continue evaluations leading up to the Carb Day practice session.
  • Ed Carpenter Racing is preparing a backup vehicle for Rossi in anticipation of his recovery timeline.
What's Next

As Rossi recovers, he will be assessed throughout the week to determine his availability for Carb Day practice and the Indianapolis 500 scheduled for May 24.

Bottom Line

Rossi's accident underscores the unpredictable nature of racing; however, his rapid recovery and high qualifying position suggest he may still be a contender in the upcoming 500-mile race.