Meet & Great: Auto Racing Great Marcus Ericsson /08-20

In DC for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, Marcus Ericsson is a professional race car driver competing in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES. Known for his determination, precision, and passion for racing, Marcus brings an unforgettable experience to every track. Wharton Club members, guests and friends of the Wharton Club are invited!

• This is a free event.
• Some food and beverages are expected. (Ikea Swedish meatballs? Who knows? ;-)
• Parking: Nearby public garage and on-street
• But a large crowd is expected, so show up early
• About Marcus Ericsson from Wikipedia:

  • Marcus Thorbjörn Ericsson (born 2 September 1990)[1] is a Swedish racing driver, who competes in the IndyCar Series for Andretti. Ericsson competed in Formula One from 2014 to 2018.

  • In American open-wheel racing, Ericsson won the Indianapolis 500 in 2022 with Chip Ganassi Racing.

  • Born and raised in Kumla, Ericsson began competitive kart racing aged nine, winning several national titles. After a successful debut in car racing in 2007 which saw him take the British Formula BMW title with Fortec Motorsport, he moved up into the British team's British Formula Three Championship squad.

  • After finishing as one of the top rookies in the category, Ericsson turned his attentions to the All-Japan Formula Three Championship where he won the championship in his debut year. In 2010, he moved up to the GP2 Series where he secured one victory during his maiden campaign for Super Nova Racing. Between 2011 and 2012, Ericsson drove for iSport. Ericsson completed the 2013 GP2 season with DAMS, and debuted in Formula One in 2014 with Caterham F1.