50-year-old Tony Kanaan passes Indy 500 veteran test: “It was awesome”

For the second consecutive year, Kyle Larson is making a strong effort to complete “The Double” by racing in both the Indy 500 and the Coke 600 on May 25. In the event that bad weather affects the races, Tony Kanaan is prepared to step in as a substitute for the defending 2021 NASCAR Cup Series champion. Although Kanaan retired as a driver from the Speedway two years ago, he now manages Arrow McLaren’s IndyCar operations. In readiness to race if needed, Kanaan underwent a veteran refresher test during Day…

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Thrilling Indy 500 Practice: Josef Newgarden Sets the Pace as Rasmussen Sparks Drama

Day 3 of Indy 500 practice brought a heightened sense of urgency compared to previous days, with short tempers and intense action on the track. Josef Newgarden set the pace for Team Penske, followed by Scott Dixon and Conor Daly impressing for their respective teams. Santino Ferrucci’s struggles continued, resulting in a drive-through penalty for crossing the pit exit lane white line. Balance issues plagued drivers like Graham Rahal, with the added weight from the hybrid unit challenging their handling. Despite daring draft maneuvers, tensions rose when Nolan Siegel criticized…

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