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The grid is set for the NTT IndyCar Series’ season finale and Kyle Kirkwood is on pole for the 206-lap Big Machine Music City Grand Prix at Nashville Superspeedway. The driver of the No. 27 Andrett…
Kyle Kirkwood will start on pole position for the NTT IndyCar Series’ season finale at Nashville Superspeedway, alongside Josef Newgarden in the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix. This marks Kirkwood’s second career pole in the IndyCar series, following his victory at Long Beach in 2023. Felix Rosenqvist and Will Power will start in third and fourth positions, respectively, setting the stage for an exciting race. Despite challenges in qualifying, championship leader Alex Palou will begin from the 15th position due to grid penalties. The final practice session is scheduled for 6 p.m. ET, with rain potentially affecting the event.