
Winners and Losers from Indy 500 Qualifying Weekend
If qualifying weekend is any indication, this year’s Indy 500 is going to be something special. It was a weekend full of tension, crashes, surprises, drama, and pure joy. With the incredible Robert Shwartzman, the Indy 500 now has its first rookie on pole in over 40 years! Who stood out—positively or negatively—during the weekend? Here’s a rundown of the biggest winners and losers. Read on
Alex Palou leads Monday practice for the Indy 500
Alex Palou bounced back after his disappointing qualifying session by showing his best form once again: the IndyCar Championship leader set the fastest time during Monday's practice session for the Indy 500. In a session entirely focused on race simulations, Palou set the top time early on. Read on
Robert Shwartzman Pulls Off Stunning Pole Position in Indy 500 Debut
Robert Shwartzman pulled off a remarkable feat by taking pole position for the Indy 500 — in his very first Indy 500, his first-ever oval race, and the first oval race for Prema Racing. In a thrilling session, the 25-year-old rookie was nearly 0.3 mph faster than the surprising Takuma Sato, who claimed second. Read on
Jacob Abel Fails to Qualify for the Indy 500; VeeKay Just Makes the Cut
Jacob Abel will not be making his debut in the Indianapolis 500. During the ‘Last Chance’ qualifying session — where four drivers battled for the final three spots on the grid — Abel ended up as the slowest of the group. Marco Andretti set the fastest run of the session, followed by Marcus Armstrong. Read on
1. | A. Palou | 0:39.689 |
2. | H. Castroneves | 0:39.745 |
3. | T. Sato | 0:39.808 |
4. | J. Harvey | 0:39.815 |
5. | R. Hunter-Reay | 0:39.828 |
Full results |

1. | A. Palou | 248 |
2. | K. Kirkwood | 151 |
3. | C. Lundgaard | 150 |
4. | P. O’Ward | 148 |
5. | S. McLaughlin | 137 |
Full standings |
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McLaughlin Tops Fast Friday; Dixon Quick Over Four Laps

Newgarden Fastest on Third Day of Indy 500 Practice — With and Without Tow

Refresher Test Completed: Kanaan on Standby for Larson

Palou 2 mph Clear of Competition in Second Indy 500 Practice

Will Power Tops the Charts on Rain-Shortened Indy 500 Opening Day

By the Numbers: The Sonsio Grand Prix of Indianapolis

1. | Ganassi Racing | 382 |
2. | Team Penske | 308 |
3. | Arrow McLaren | 301 |
4. | Andretti Global | 268 |
5. | Meyer Shank Racing | 216 |
Full standings |

1. | Spain | 248 |
2. | United States | 179 |
3. | New Zealand | 163 |
4. | Denmark | 150 |
5. | Mexico | 148 |
Full standings |
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