Alexander Rossi took home more than $2m after winning the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500, with the overall prize find topping $13m (£9m).
The Manor Formula 1 reserve driver and IndyCar rookie coasted across the finish line with an empty fuel tank to take victory for Andretti Autosport, earning the top prize of $2,548,743 (£1.75m), including $50,000 (£34,000) for Sunoco Rookie of the Year honors.
Second-placed Carlos Munoz secured winnings of $788,743 (£544,298) and third-placed Josef Newgarden $574,243 (£396,275).
Polesitter James Hinchcliffe won $502,993 (£346,685), including the $100,000 Verizon P1 Award.
Even last-placed Juan Pablo Montoya, who retired with contact, took home $339,493 (£234,278).
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