Ferrucci and Rossi receive grid penalties for Road America race
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 1:07 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Santino Ferrucci of AJ Foyt Racing and Alexander Rossi of ECR have each received a six-position starting grid penalty for the upcoming IndyCar race at Road America. The penalties were imposed due to unapproved engine changes following Friday's practice session. This decision follows standard protocol regarding vehicle compliance during the event, impacting both drivers' starting positions for the race. The 2026 Road America IndyCar event is scheduled for later this weekend.
- •Ferrucci drives the No. 14 AJ Foyt Racing Chevy.
- •Rossi drives the No. 20 ECR Chevy.
- •Both penalties are due to unapproved engine changes.
- •Penalties reduce each driver's starting position by six spots.
- •The race takes place during the weekend of June 20, 2026.
- 1:07 PMRacer — Ferrucci, Rossi get grid penalties for Road America
"IndyCar Officiating has announced a six-position starting grid penalty for the No. 14 entry of AJ Foyt Racing Chevy driven by Santino Ferrucci, and No. 20 ECR Chevy driven by Alexander Rossi, for unapproved engine changes following Friday practice at Road America.
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