Leaders Circle

Leaders Circle is a financial incentive program in the IndyCar Series that provides guaranteed payments to teams that commit to full-season participation.

Teams qualifying for Leaders Circle status receive approximately $1 million per entry, creating financial stability that helps cover the costs of competing throughout the season. To be eligible, a team must enter all races, remain in good standing with IndyCar, and finish within the top positions in the entrant points standings (typically the top 22).

Starting in 2025, the Leaders Circle program will be tied to IndyCar's charter system, where only chartered entries can qualify for these payments. This system helps smaller teams remain competitive and encourages consistent participation across the entire IndyCar calendar.