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Rahal encouraged despite limited running in Indy 500 Open Test
Rahal faced disappointment when he failed to qualify for the Indy 500 11 months ago, but eventually started the race due to a replacement opportunity. However, Rahal’s team, RLL, had struggles with all their entries at the Indy 500, and had no top 10 finishes on ovals in 2023. As a response, RLL focused on improvements during a recent two-day test, which showed promising gains for Rahal in terms of car performance and speed on the track. The team also brought in experienced drivers like Takuma Sato and Kenny Bräck to provide guidance and support, especially for younger drivers like Pietro Fittipaldi and Christian Lundgaard. Rahal expressed appreciation for the expertise and mentorship offered by Bräck and Sato, recognizing the value in their contributions to the team’s future success.
