Marco Andretti, Indy 500
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Several drivers who expected to be vying for the Indy 500 pole either narrowly clinched a spot Saturday or still have work left to do
Marco Andretti makes Indy 500 field in last-chance qualifying; Rinus Veekay survives over Jacob Abel
INDIANAPOLIS — Marco Andretti made the field for the Indianapolis 500 in last-chance qualifying Sunday, while Rinus Veekay sweated out a last-minute run by Dale Coyne Racing teammate Jacob Abel to earn the final spot on the 33-car starting grid.
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Rookie Robert Shwartzman exceeded expectations and finished with the sixth-fastest speed on Day 1 of Indianapolis 500 qualifying, and received advice from a vet.
Marco Andretti reflected on the moment: “It’s hard to believe this is my 20th Indy 500 and having MAPEI return as my primary partner makes it that much more special,” said Marco Andretti.
Marco Andretti has showcased a special gift made for his newborn daughter, Miura Micah Andretti. The 38-year-old, who boasts a family history entrenched in racing, recently shared a post of a custom-made race suit for his daughter.
Starting positions that have never produced a winner: 18, 23, 24, 26, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33 (that's bad news for Devlin Defrancesco, Callum Ilott, Helio Castroneves, Nolan Siegel, Colton Herta, Graham Rahal, Marco Andretti, Marcus Armstrong, Rinus Veekay).
In his first ever race on an oval, rookie IndyCar driver Robert Shwartzman will start on pole position in the 2025 Indianapolis 500. Shwartzman stunned the field in Sunday's qualifying session,
Pennsylvania’s Marco Andretti has qualified for Sunday’s Indianapolis 500. This is the twentieth consecutive year for him to race the 500. Marco said he lives in the commonwealth to be near family, including his famous grandfather Mario Andretti.