Root Celebrates Back-to-Back Indy 500 Victories as Partnership Writings Triple
ROOT•Root-sponsored teams won consecutive Indianapolis 500 races in 2025 with Chip Ganassi Racing and in 2026 with Meyer Shank Racing, marking its first back-to-back victories across two elite organizations. The company’s partnership channel new writings nearly tripled in 2025, underscoring the growth of its strategic distribution strategy.
1. Consecutive Indy 500 Victories
Root celebrated wins at the Indianapolis 500 in successive years with two teams. The company partnered with Chip Ganassi Racing to win in 2025 and Meyer Shank Racing to win in 2026, demonstrating its skill in forging high-performance alliances focused on precision and innovation.
2. Partnership Channel Growth
Root’s partnership channel saw new writings nearly triple in 2025, fueled by collaborations across automotive, financial services and independent agent networks. These strategic alliances have broadened Root’s distribution footprint and accelerated customer acquisition nationwide.
3. Strategic Business Implications
The back-to-back victories at the Indy 500 validate Root’s data-driven, performance-oriented approach under pressure. The company plans to leverage this success to attract elite partners, boost brand recognition and drive growth in its embedded insurance markets.




