Less than first place, more than third place. The prize winnings are split based upon a number of factors--laps led, position earned for start, laps completed, and more.
Varies by race but the 2017 race winner Sato received $2.46 million
Depends on the race day circumstances. Here are a couple of the closest finshes at the Indy 500: In 1992 Al Unser Jr won by 0.043 over Scott Goodyear. In 1982 Gordon Johncock won by 0.160 over Rick Mears.
Well about £300 - £600
$850,000
2nd place wins 700,000 dollars.
well there is about 100 dollars a ticket with the 70,000+seats and all the food and merchandice they sell,thats alot.
As of my last update, I don't have access to real-time data or events that occurred after October 2023, including the results or prize money from the Indy 500. Typically, the winner of the Indy 500 can earn a significant prize, often in the range of several million dollars, along with additional bonuses and sponsorship deals. For the exact amount won by yesterday's winner, please check the latest news or official sources.
In the U.S. Open, the prize money for the second place winner is predetermined and does not change based on ties. As of 2023, the runner-up in the singles events receives $1.5 million. If there were to be a tie for second place, the prize money would typically be split between the tied players, but this scenario is rare in the tournament's format.
In 08, Marco Andretti finished third and earned $782,065.
Ray Harroun, winner of the Indy 500 in 1911, won $14,250. Click on the '1911 Indy 500 Box Score' link below to see who raced in the first ever Indianapolis 500, where they finished, and how much money they won.
1st place-$69,000
The winner keeps the winnings and comes back to play again. Second place pays $2000 and third $1000