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Marcus Ericsson came really close to scoring a second victory in the Indy 500.
Marcus Ericsson expressed his disappointment in missing out on victory at the Indianapolis 500, stating it was “painful” and “frustrating” for him.
Ericsson, driving for Andretti, had a strong showing at the race, taking the lead late after a strategic pit stop ahead of Alex Palou, his former teammate at Chip Ganassi.
Despite his efforts, Palou managed to make a decisive move at Turn 1 with 14 laps remaining, securing the win and leaving Ericsson settling for second place for the second time in three years.
Ericsson acknowledged the difficulty of this defeat, especially considering the fuel advantage he had over Palou towards the end of the race.
He praised his team for their efforts and resilience throughout the challenging race, emphasizing their determination to fight back despite setbacks.
The Swedish driver expressed his frustration at the missed opportunity and the race-winning pass Palou executed, admitting that it would be a tough moment to reflect on and learn from in the aftermath of the competition.
