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IndyCar St. Petersburg: Newgarden surges to pole for season-opener
Newgarden, a two-time series champion and defending Indianapolis 500 winner, secured pole position in the 1.8-mile, 14-turn temporary street circuit by a mere 0.0058s over Meyer Shank Racing’s Felix Rosenqvist. Newgarden, with 17 career poles, expressed gratitude towards his team and Chevy for their exceptional support and performance. Rosenqvist, in his debut race for MSR, showed promise by clinching the second position in qualifying. Despite a strong showing in qualifying, with Colton Herta briefly breaking the track record, the outcome left a sense of anticipation for the upcoming race. The mix of seasoned drivers and newcomers promises an exciting and competitive event for fans and teams alike.
