On the first day of practice at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Robert Shwartzman was limited to just six laps due to issues with car preparation by his team, Prema Racing, causing concerns for the rookie team with little oval experience.
Despite their struggles, Shwartzman and his teammate Callum Ilott made steady progress throughout the practice sessions, leading to a more confident showing on day two with 84 completed laps.
Although initially lacking speed, Shwartzman impressed by making it to the Fast 12 on Saturday, surpassing expectations and achieving a top-ten position in the best four-lap averages on Fast Friday.
Reflecting on the challenging qualifying process, Shwartzman credited his team for the improvements and expressed optimism about their potential to compete for top positions in the upcoming race.
His performance at the Indy 500 qualifying highlighted the potential of their fast car, giving him confidence and a boost to aim for a strong finish in the race and showcasing his adaptability and skills in different racing formats.
