Overview
- Meyer Shank Racing confirmed on March 17 that Castroneves will compete, with the driver declaring on X, “The drive for five is still alive.”
- He will pilot the Cleveland-Cliffs-backed No. 06 Honda for the 110th running at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
- If he qualifies, this would be his 26th Indianapolis 500 start as he approaches his 51st birthday in May.
- Castroneves previously won the race in 2001, 2002, and 2009 with Team Penske and in 2021 with Meyer Shank Racing.
- The 2026 entry list continues to expand with several confirmed one-off programs, and reports indicate 31 cars entered so far with no bump day expected at this stage.