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The bravest person this year at the Indianapolis 500 wasn’t strapped into one of the 240mph missiles. In fact, Tim Broyles was merely standing on pit lane, dressed in dark pants and his Ed Carpente…
At the Indianapolis 500 this year, Tim Broyles demonstrated extraordinary bravery by making a bold decision on pit lane for the Ed Carpenter Racing team. Despite a setback from Rinus VeeKay’s crash, Broyles chose to repair the damaged car instead of preparing a backup car, a move not without risks given the circumstances. The team worked tirelessly to rebuild the car with components from a non-Speedway car in order to get VeeKay back on track for qualifying. Despite the challenges, VeeKay managed to secure the 29th spot in the field, a testament to the team’s determination and resolve. Broyles’ daring decision paid off when VeeKay successfully made another qualifying attempt in the final hour, showcasing the true spirit of teamwork and resilience at the iconic race.
