The NTT IndyCar Series has begun its open testing for the 2024 Indianapolis 500, and [autotag]Kyle Larson[/autotag] is involved. Larson will attempt “The Double” with Arrow McLaren Racing in the Indianapolis 500 and Hendrick Motorsports in the Coca-Cola 600. There is a lot of hype around the NASCAR champion’s attempt, and testing has already started well.
During Wednesday morning’s test, Larson ran the second fastest lap at 226.384 miles per hour, only trailing defending Indianapolis 500 winner Josef Newgarden. On his first morning of testing, he cleared the likes of Alex Palou, Scott Dixon, and others. Larson received a tow from Rinus VeeKay, but it is still really impressive that he has the confidence to put down a lap of that caliber.
Casually driving 226 mph. 🤷
That’s a P2 run for @KyleLarsonRacin. 👀
pic.twitter.com/yA3RO13gZ4— Arrow McLaren IndyCar Team (@ArrowMcLaren) April 10, 2024
Larson is one of the most talented race car drivers in America and should continue to impress as the Indianapolis 500 nears. The Hendrick Motorsports driver is also expected to run the 2025 Indianapolis 500, so the hope is that he can run well and gain more knowledge in 2024. Either way, tracking Larson’s progress as May comes into the picture will be fascinating.
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