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For a second year in a row a Dale Coyne Racing rookie was bumped out of the Indy 500 field as Jacob Abel lost a spectacular and enthralling battle with team-mate Rinus VeeKay to make the race on Bump Day
For the second consecutive year, a rookie from Dale Coyne Racing was bumped out of the Indianapolis 500 field, as Jacob Abel lost a tight battle with team-mate Rinus VeeKay on Bump Day. VeeKay, a newcomer to Coyne at Indy, managed to secure the 33rd spot, leaving Abel on the outside looking in. Despite an initial setback in speed, Abel attempted a second run but fell short, allowing VeeKay to maintain his place for the race. The decision to withdraw VeeKay’s time to give him another shot at qualifying showcased the team’s sportsmanship and desire for a fair competition. Ultimately, Abel’s slower second run sealed his fate, marking another unfortunate turn of events for a Dale Coyne Racing rookie in the Indy 500 lineup.
