Collet, Harvey Penalized for Indy 500 Qualifying Rule Breaks

Two drivers, Caio Collet and Jack Harvey, will start the Indy 500 from the very back of the grid. This is due to rule breaks found after qualifying.
By Newsroom | Motorsport, Indianapolis |

Caio Collet and Jack Harvey have been relegated to the rear of the field for the Indianapolis 500 following post-qualifying technical inspection failures. IndyCar Officiating found modifications to the Energy Management System (EMS) covers and their mounting points to the A-arms, using unapproved hardware. Both drivers will also select their pit stalls after the rest of the field.

Collet, a rookie who had qualified for the Fast 12 and was set to start 10th, will now begin at the very back. Harvey, originally slated for 29th, faces the same fate. The rulebook dictates that the EMS covers, which enclose the wheel tethers, must be used as supplied by Dallara. Collet also incurred points for his participation in the Top 12 shootout.

These penalties highlight ongoing scrutiny of IndyCar Officiating, a new body established in December. This independent group was formed partly in response to previous issues, including post-race technical infringements involving Team Penske, Andretti Global, and Prema Racing at last year's Indy 500. While no cars had failed inspections this season until these recent incidents, IndyCar Officiating has been under a watchful eye following penalties in the Grand Prix of Long Beach and the Sonsio Grand Prix. Teams are urged to exercise increased diligence in ensuring compliance for upcoming races.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why are Caio Collet and Jack Harvey starting at the back of the Indy 500 grid?
Both drivers broke rules related to their car's Energy Management System covers after qualifying. IndyCar Officiating found unapproved hardware used in their mounting.
Q: What specific rule did Collet and Harvey break for the Indy 500?
The rules state that the EMS covers, which protect wheel tethers, must be used as provided by Dallara. Unapproved parts were found on their cars.
Q: Where were Caio Collet and Jack Harvey supposed to start the Indy 500 before the penalty?
Caio Collet had qualified for the Fast 12 and was set to start 10th. Jack Harvey was originally scheduled to start 29th.
Q: What happens next for Caio Collet and Jack Harvey after their Indy 500 penalties?
They will both start the race from the very back of the field. They will also choose their pit stalls after all other drivers have selected theirs.