Indy 500 Winner Felix Rosenqvist's Wild Week After Victory

Two weeks after welcoming his first child, Felix Rosenqvist achieved a lifelong dream by winning the 110th Indianapolis 500 in the closest finish the race has ever seen. What followed was a whirlwind week that would exhaust most people, but the Swedish driver embraced every moment.

The media obligations started immediately after the checkered flag and continued for hours. Monday brought more interviews, a photo session, and the official Victory Celebration in Indianapolis.

Then Rosenqvist headed to New York City, where he visited the Empire State Building and Times Square. He even walked the red carpet at the premiere of "Pressure," the new film from race Grand Marshal Brendan Fraser.

Back in the Midwest, he threw out the first pitch at a Detroit Tigers game before heading into this weekend's Detroit Grand Prix. All of this happened while adjusting to life as a brand new father.

"Obviously, tired, but I had fun with it," Rosenqvist said. "A lot of interviews, but you've got to strike when the iron is hot, right?"

Why This Inspires

Rosenqvist sees his packed schedule as bigger than personal glory. He views it as a chance to represent motorsports on platforms that don't always spotlight the sport.

"I feel like I'm representing motorsports in a way maybe we normally can't," he explained. "It's kind of cool. It's good for the sport."

His enthusiasm is infectious, especially after delivering one of the most exciting races in Indy 500 history. Rather than resting on his accomplishment, he's using the momentum to introduce new audiences to IndyCar racing.

This weekend in Detroit, Rosenqvist will attempt something that hasn't been done in years: win the race immediately following an Indy 500 victory. He'll start from 16th position, making the challenge even tougher.

But if the past week proved anything, it's that Rosenqvist thrives under pressure and knows how to make the most of every opportunity.