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25-05-2025
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2025 Indianapolis 500: Kyle Larson's attempt to run 1,100 miles cut short, thanks to Indy 500 crash
Kyle Larson's attempt to run the entirety of both the Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600 ended on lap 92 of the 500 on Sunday. The 2021 NASCAR Cup Series champion went spinning into the infield before crashing into the outside wall in Turn 2 shortly after a restart on lap 92 of the 200-lap race. Larson was involved in the wreck with Kyffin Simpson and Sting Ray Robb. The wreck happened when Larson's car snapped loose between Turns 1 and 2 after a downshift. It was Larson's third Indy 500-related crash this year. He also crashed in the open test in April and in practice less than two weeks before the race. KYLE LARSON LOSES CONTROL 🫣The No. 17 @ArrowMcLaren is OUT of the #Indy500. — NTT INDYCAR SERIES (@IndyCar) May 25, 2025 Larson was attempting to run both races in the same day for the second year in a row. A year ago, the Indy 500 was delayed by rain for hours, and he didn't have a chance to race at all in the 600 after it was shortened for rain. Sunday's race was also delayed by rain, but not by nearly as long. The start of the race happened nearly an hour late because of drizzle at the track. That delay put Larson's chances of getting to Charlotte on time for the race in a bit of jeopardy. That jeopardy disappeared with the crash, which happened just before 3 p.m. ET. With the 600 set to start after 6 p.m. ET, Larson should make it to Charlotte in plenty of time for the NASCAR race. He qualified second for that race and will get to keep his spot there even if he doesn't make the drivers' meeting and introductions thanks to a NASCAR rule exemption. NASCAR previously mandated that drivers like Tony Stewart and Kurt Busch start at the back of the field for missing the drivers' meeting because of their double-duty attempts.
Fox News
25-05-2025
- Automotive
- Fox News
Kyle Larson's attempt at 'Double' comes to end as he wrecks at Indy 500
Kyle Larson's attempt to complete "The Double" ended abruptly on Sunday. Larson was unable to finish the 500-mile Indianapolis 500 as he caused a three-car wreck on Lap 91. The race had just gotten back to green when Larson was racing to climb up the leaderboard. He was in a tight pack when he downshifted and lost control of his vehicle. The wreck collected Sting Ray Robb and Kyffin Simpson, ending their days as well. "It was a bit crazy there on the start. I got really tight behind Takuma (Sato)," Larson told FOX after he left the infield care center. "I was really close to him. I got loose and then I kinda got all over the place and spun. Yeah, just hate … I got a little too eager there on the restart and caused that crash. Hate it for everybody that got caught up in it. Yeah, bummed out. "Try to get over this quickly and try to get on to Charlotte. Just try to forget about it and try to win the next one." Larson was attempting to become the second driver in racing history to complete the feat known as "The Double," which includes racing in and completing all 500 laps at the Indy 500 and then flying to Charlotte Motor Speedway to race and finish NASCAR's Coca-Cola 600. He told Fox News Digital before the Indy 500 that he was looking forward to the challenge. "The main why is I love to race. I like to challenge myself, you kind of learn new cars and all that. And I like to compete in the biggest races in the world. So, to do two of those in the same day, it's pretty cool," Larson said. "For me, I want to do it while I'm in my prime. I'm only 32, feel like I'm at the top of our sport, I felt like the timing is right for that. I don't know how long my NASCAR career will last … I think it'll be really fun to do a road course race, just to experience that sort of feel of cars that have a lot of power and sliding around, no power-steering, the physicality of it. And also, getting to race with guys in their territory and see what they grew up doing, and just seeing the caliber and level they race at, because it would be different than what us NASCAR guys see and feel on a road course." Unfortunately for Larson, the feat will be put on hold for at least another year. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
Yahoo
25-05-2025
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Kyle Larson crashes out of Indy 500 on Lap 92
It was a forgettable day at Indianapolis Motor Speedway for Kyle Larson. In his second bid to become the fifth driver to race the Indy 500 and Coca-Cola 600 on the same day, Larson crashed shortly after a Lap 91 restart that also involved Sting Ray Robb and Kyffin Simpson. Advertisement Larson backed his No. 17 Dallara-Chevrolet into the Turn 2 wall after losing control on entry. He walked from the car and waited with track workers for a trip to the care center. It was the third crash at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in the past month for Larson. The only silver lining is that the 2021 NASCAR Cup Series champion should arrive in plenty of time for the Coke 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. It was a frustrating day at Indy for Larson, who also endured a clutch mistake on a pit stop that sent him to the rear of the field. It already was iffy on whether Larson would be able to complete the Indy 500 before heading to Charlotte Motor Speedway. Advertisement Despite a promising forecast, a popup shower drifted over the track shortly after noon. A scheduled green flag of 12:46 p.m. ET was delayed by nearly 45 minutes, and the race was under yellow when it finally started because of a crash on the parade laps by Scott McLaughlin. The choppy start continued with a Lap 4 restart that immediately went under caution for a Marco Andretti wreck. WILL BE UPDATED
Fox News
18-05-2025
- Automotive
- Fox News
IndyCar driver Scott McLaughlin slams into the wall, car flips in the air during harrowing practice crash
Scott McLaughlin had a harrowing practice experience at the Indy 500 on Sunday. His car went airborne after it slammed into the wall on the track just ahead of Pole Day qualifying. Video showed the car sliding and spinning across the track after the hard collision with the wall before finally coming to a stop. McLaughlin is not the first driver to flip over. In the past few days, at least two others have also experienced frightening airborne moments. Kyffin Simpson flipped over during Fast Friday, with Colton Herta went airborne during Saturday's qualifying. McLaughlin was able to emerge from the wreckage and appeared to avoid any major injuries. Mclaughlin received a medical evaluation. Shortly after he was released from a care center, he said he was "fine." He also offered an apology to Team Penske. "Yeah, I'm fine," Mclaughlin said. "I'm just really, really sorry for everyone at Team Penske, the guys on the #3 car and everyone who builds these fantastic cars. It (the car) was talking to me and I sort of felt it and I probably should have backed out. But you try to complete a run to see what it feels like. Was it (worth) the risk? Probably wasn't. Incredibly sad. That's basically what it felt like. You just try and brace yourself, and I was just hoping I didn't go into the catch-fence. Very grateful to IndyCar, the safety, my team, the SAFER Barriers and everything like that, because it kept me safe." Shortly before the crash, McLaughlin managed to propel to the top of the charts in Fast 12 practice. The disastrous moment happened during Turn 2 on Sunday. The left-rear wheel suffered visible, severe damage immediately upon impact. The racing line next to the Turn 2 exit was left with a noticeable gouge. There was a stoppage in action and crews were deployed to make repairs. The SAFER Barrier also suffered considerable damage. McLaughlin, last year's Indy 500 pole-sitter, will not participate in Fast 12 qualifying. Therefore, McLaughlin's official starting position on the Indy 500 grid will be No. 12. The Indy 500 will be broadcast May 25 on FOX with pre-coverage starting at 10 a.m. ET. It will also be available to stream live on and the FOX Sports app. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
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18-05-2025
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Marcus Armstrong cleared to race after undergoing concussion protocols
Marcus Armstrong suffered a major crash in Saturday morning practice, just ahead of qualifying for the Indianapolis 500. The car spun, slamming the Turn 1 wall with the left-rear and left-side of the No. 66 Meyer Shank Racing Honda in a heavy impact. Thankfully, the car did not go airborne as Kyffin Simpson did in Fast Friday practice, or like Colton Herta, who went fully upside down in qualifying on Saturday. Armstrong was taken away on a stretcher, but was sitting up and moving around, even offering a thumbs up. The New Zealander was later seen and released from the infield care center, but he was not immediately cleared to race. Armstrong also did not give an interview and immediately entered concussion protocols, undergoing further evaluation. Advertisement 'He is awake, he's alert,' said Dr. Julia Vaizer, IndyCar's chief medical officer. 'These hits on this oval can be really hard and we just want to make sure we don't rush things, and we take our time, and make the right decisions for the driver. While they awaited word on their driver, the Meyer Shank team scrambled to get Armstrong's road course car from the Indy GP ready to compete. It took nearly five hours, but Armstrong was finally cleared to return to action by IndyCar's medical officials. The hope is to now get the backup car ready before the end of the day so he can at least run an installation lap. "I'm doing well," Armstrong told IndyCar on FOX. "Obviously, it was a rather large hit, but I'm feeling okay now ... Fingers crossed we can maybe get out for an install (lap) or even a full run if if we're lucky." Advertisement He went on to say that he is eager to get back on track, saying: "I'm ready to go into T1 (Turn 1) flat again. Maybe with a little more downforce this time, but I'm ready to go for it." Read Also: Colton Herta walks away from huge airborne Indy 500 qualifying crash Violent crash sends Kyffin Simpson airborne in scary Indy 500 practice shunt To read more articles visit our website.
