Meyer Shank Racing is preparing to build on a strong 2025 as the NTT IndyCar Series resumes on March 1 with the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg. With drivers Felix Rosenqvist and Marcus Armstrong returning in the No. 60 and No. 66 SiriusXM Honda entries, the team is focused on improving its performance and securing more victories in this highly competitive motorsports environment.
Reflections on the 2025 Season Performance
The previous season proved to be a breakthrough for Meyer Shank Racing, with Rosenqvist finishing sixth and Armstrong eighth in the overall standings. Both drivers stood out for their remarkable consistency, ranking fourth and sixth in laps completed among all competitors. Armstrong led seven races, placing him third in that category, while both drivers recorded over ten top-10 finishes in the 17-race schedule.
Rosenqvist found early momentum by posting five top-10 finishes within the first six races, including a notable fourth place at the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge. He reached as high as fourth in the standings on two occasions and secured a career-best second-place finish at Road America. His qualifying efforts were strong, especially at Iowa’s doubleheader events, where he started in the third and second positions, as well as a front-row start at Portland.
Armstrong demonstrated steady improvement over the second half of the season, beginning with a sixth-place finish in Detroit and following that with a six-race streak of top-10 results, extending to nine top-10s over the final 11 races. His best starting position came with a third-place qualifier at Toronto, showcasing the team’s qualifying pace.
Goals and Expectations for the Coming Season
While Meyer Shank Racing recognizes the depth of talent in IndyCar, both Rosenqvist and Armstrong are eager to push beyond consistent top-10 finishes toward contending for multiple wins and podium places, especially on oval tracks where their cars showed strong pace last year. They acknowledge that their total of only one top-three finish each during 2025 is a starting point requiring significant improvement to reach their ambitions.
We were consistently finishing inside the top 10, (but) we weren’t doing anything spectacular, which kind of hurts a bit.
— Marcus Armstrong, Driver
Strengthening Alliance with Chip Ganassi Racing
A critical factor in Meyer Shank Racing’s progress has been its partnership with Chip Ganassi Racing. This collaboration helped bring Armstrong to the team in 2025 and provided Rosenqvist with familiar connections, having driven for Chip Ganassi in previous seasons. During last year’s campaign, both teams cooperated closely at race weekends, leading to four out of five of their drivers finishing in the top eight in the standings. With this relationship entering its second year, further integration and shared resources are expected to enhance Meyer Shank Racing’s competitiveness.
Competitive Landscape and Team Comparisons
Meyer Shank Racing’s balanced driver lineup was one of only four teams to put two drivers inside the top eight in the previous championship. Among its peers, Chip Ganassi Racing boasted Alex Palou in first place and Scott Dixon third. Arrow McLaren placed Pato O’Ward second and Christian Lundgaard fifth, while Andretti Global had Kyle Kirkwood fourth and Colton Herta seventh.
Rosenqvist and Armstrong’s final points tallyes were separated by only eight points, a margin that could have been narrower were it not for Armstrong’s 19th-place finish in the Nashville season finale. This close competition within the team highlights their potential for stronger results in the upcoming season.
Prospects and Potential Impact on the 2026 IndyCar Season
Meyer Shank Racing’s outlook for 2026 is marked by cautious optimism and intense focus on climbing higher in the championship ranks. The continuity in their driver lineup and growing synergy with Chip Ganassi Racing provide a foundation for improved performances and more race wins. As the season unfolds, the team aims to convert consistent finishes into spectacular success, particularly targeting stronger results on ovals and podium opportunities.
Their efforts could reshape the competitive dynamics of the NTT IndyCar Series, challenging established frontrunners and adding to the excitement of what is considered one of the world’s most demanding motorsport series.
