Felix Rosenqvist
A versatile and fearless Swedish driver who has conquered European circuits and the high-speed ovals of American IndyCar.
Born 1991 (age 35)·Swedish racing driver·Birthday: November 7·Millennials
Biography
Felix Rosenqvist cut his teeth on the demanding tracks of European single-seater racing, becoming a champion in Formula 3 and a formidable name in Formula E. But his career found a new, thrilling dimension when he crossed the Atlantic to IndyCar. The Swede adapted with remarkable speed, his technical finesse shining on street circuits and his courage evident on the daunting superspeedways. Earning Rookie of the Year honors, he proved he belonged in one of the world's most diverse and dangerous racing series. Known for his clean, intelligent driving and a calm demeanor, Rosenqvist has become a respected and consistent contender, capable of winning on any given weekend.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Felix was born in 1991, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Felix Was Born
The biggest hits of 1991
#1 Movie
Terminator 2: Judgment Day
Best Picture
The Silence of the Lambs
#1 TV Show
Cheers
Felix's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1991Born
Soviet Union dissolves; World Wide Web goes public
Gas: $1.14/galHome: $82,400Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"(Everything I Do) I Do It for You" — Bryan AdamsBest Picture: The Silence of the Lambs
1996Started school
Dolly the sheep cloned
Gas: $1.23/galHome: $99,700Min wage: $4.75/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Macarena" — Los del RioBest Picture: The English Patient
2004Became a teenager
Indian Ocean tsunami kills over 230,000
Gas: $1.88/galHome: $157,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Yeah!" — UsherBest Picture: Million Dollar Baby
2007Could drive
iPhone released; Great Recession begins
Gas: $2.80/galHome: $172,600Min wage: $5.85/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Irreplaceable" — BeyonceBest Picture: No Country for Old Men
2009Could vote
Michael Jackson dies; Bitcoin created
Gas: $2.35/galHome: $148,500Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Boom Boom Pow" — The Black Eyed PeasBest Picture: The Hurt Locker
2012Turned 21
Curiosity rover lands on Mars; Sandy Hook shooting
Gas: $3.64/galHome: $143,200Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Somebody That I Used to Know" — GotyeBest Picture: Argo
2021Turned 30
January 6 Capitol breach; COVID vaccines roll out globally
Gas: $3.01/galHome: $298,900Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Levitating" — Dua LipaBest Picture: CODA
2026Age 35 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Won the prestigious Macau Grand Prix twice, in 2014 and 2015.
- Crowned champion of the FIA European Formula 3 Championship in 2015.
- Named the IndyCar Series Rookie of the Year in 2019 after a strong debut season.
- Secured multiple podium finishes and his first IndyCar race win at the Road America circuit in 2020.
Did You Know?
He is an accomplished sim racer and has competed in professional esports events.
His helmet design features a prominent Swedish crown motif.
Before his IndyCar move, he was a test and development driver for the Mahindra Formula E team.
He is fluent in Swedish, English, and German.
“In IndyCar, you have to be good at everything. There's no hiding.”
