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For full-time IndyCar drivers, the stretch from April to July is punishing, with seven races on the calendar to get through, headlined by the series’ crown jewel event, the Indy 500. But it seems t…
The stretch from April to July is punishing for full-time IndyCar drivers, with seven races including the Indy 500. Some drivers, like defending champion Alex Palou, are adding a week at Le Mans to their schedules right after the XPEL Grand Prix at Road America. Palou will debut at Le Mans driving the No. 2 Cadillac V-Series.R alongside Earl Bamber and Alex Lynn. Although Palou has no previous WEC race experience, his existing relationships with his teammates from the 2022 Rolex 24 Hours can prove vital for building chemistry quickly. The No. 2 crew is in dire need of a good result after struggles earlier in the season, making Le Mans a crucial point in their 2024 campaign. Despite the deep Hypercar field, expectations are high for the Cadillac trio as they aim to replicate their podium finish from last year. Palou will need to manage his schedule carefully to get up to speed quickly and contribute to the team’s success at the prestigious race.
