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Paddock Buzz Extra: Rookies Adjust Quickly to Big Speeds

There was so much happening this week at Indianapolis Motor Speedway during two days of testing that our reporter's notebooks were overflowing. Here's a Paddock Buzz Extra to give you the inside scoop.

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All Access: Callum Ilott and PREMA Racing at the Indy 500 Open Test

Callum Ilott gives a glimpse into PREMA Racing's testing routine over the two days of testing at the Indianapolis 500 Open Test.

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All Eyes on May: Who's the Indy 500 Favorite after the Open Test?

Georgia Henneberry and James Hinchcliffe dive into all the action from the Indy 500 Open Test — from standout runs to surprise contenders — and reveal who’s shaping up as the early favorite for May.

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Scott McLaughlin Gets Biggest Boost, Alex Palou Fastest in Race Trim

2024 Indy 500 pole winner Scott McLaughlin (photo) was fastest Thursday in the Indianapolis 500 Open Test with a top lap of 232.686 mph, run with extra turbo boost for his Chevrolet engine.

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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Paddock Buzz Extra: Rookies Adjust Quickly to Big Speeds

There was so much happening this week at Indianapolis Motor Speedway during two days of testing that our reporter's notebooks were overflowing. Here's a Paddock Buzz Extra to give you the inside scoop.

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Curt Cavin and Eric Smith

Paddock Buzz: Crash Cuts Short Kyle Larson’s Preparation

News, notes and quotes from around Gasoline Alley on Thursday at Indianapolis.

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Paul Kelly

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Scott McLaughlin Gets Biggest Boost, Alex Palou Fastest in Race Trim

2024 Indy 500 pole winner Scott McLaughlin (photo) was fastest Thursday in the Indianapolis 500 Open Test with a top lap of 232.686 mph, run with extra turbo boost for his Chevrolet engine.

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Curt Cavin and Eric Smith

Paddock Buzz: Will Power Gets That Lovin’ Indy Feeling at Test

News, notes and quotes from around Gasoline Alley on Friday at Indianapolis.

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Paul Kelly

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Scott Dixon Edges Josef Newgarden To Lead Day 1 of Indy Open Test

Scott Dixon (photo) of Chip Ganassi Racing is aiming for his second Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge victory and his first since 2008.

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Editorial Staff

Inside Line: Open Test Focus?

One member of the Inside Line panel is very curious to see how the INDYCAR Hybrid system may change car handling and performance at the Indianapolis 500 Open Test.

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Editorial Staff

Verizon Commits $6 Million To Support Veteran Debt Relief with Team Penske, Colts

This initiative includes a $4 million collaboration with Team Penske during the Month of May.

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Curt Cavin

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Gearing Up: Indy Open Test To Offer Month of May Preview This Week

Josef Newgarden (photo) drove to victory in the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge in 2023 and 2024 after leading the Open Test both years. Can he do it again this year for a historic three-peat of "500" wins?

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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Open Test Gives Will Power Time To Prepare for Elusive Indy Pole

Will Power (photo) is the all-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES leader in poles, but he still seeks his first NTT P1 Award for the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge.

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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Louis Foster Makes Progress While Absorbing Rookie Lessons

The Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing driver (photo) improved to a 16th-place finish April 13 in the 50th Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach.

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Eric Smith

INDYCAR Staff Writer

Sudden Impact: Driving Legend’s Tips Provide Fast Results for Sting Ray Robb

Sting Ray Robb (photo, left) worked with legendary driving coach Rob Wilson (photo, right) in England before the Acura Long Beach Grand Prix, where he tied his career best by finishing ninth.

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Editorial Staff

INDYCAR Updates Replacement Driver Status for Indianapolis 500

The 109th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge is set for Sunday, May 25 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

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All Access: Callum Ilott and PREMA Racing at the Indy 500 Open Test

Callum Ilott gives a glimpse into PREMA Racing's testing routine over the two days of testing at the Indianapolis 500 Open Test.

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Extended Highlights: 2025 Indianapolis 500 Open Test - Day 2

Relive the top moments from Day 2 of the 2025 Indy 500 Open Test, as teams turned up the boost in preparation for the Month of May.

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All Eyes on May: Who's the Indy 500 Favorite after the Open Test?

Georgia Henneberry and James Hinchcliffe dive into all the action from the Indy 500 Open Test — from standout runs to surprise contenders — and reveal who’s shaping up as the early favorite for May.

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LIVE: 2025 Indianapolis 500 Open Test: Day 2 from Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Here's the schedule for Day 2 of the 2025 Indianapolis 500 Open Test: 9:30 a.m.-noon: High boost simulations 2-5 p.m.: All cars

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Kyle Larson Happy To Be OK after 'Bummer' Indy 500 Open Test Incident

Kyle Larson discusses what led to his incident on Day 2 of the Indy 500 Open Test.

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Kyle Larson Crashes during Indy 500 Open Test

Kyle Larson loses control of his No. 17 Hendrickcars.com Arrow McLaren Chevrolet and hits the wall during Day 2 of the 2025 Indianapolis 500 Open Test.

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Takuma Sato Gets Sideways, Slams Wall at Indy 500 Open Test

Takuma Sato brings out the red flag on Day 2 of the Indy 500 Open Test after a big crash into the wall resulted in significant damage to his No. 75 AMADA Honda. The Rahal Letterman Lanigan driver was seen and released following the incident.

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Extended Highlights: 2025 Indianapolis 500 Open Test - Day 1

From rookies to veterans, see how the field shaped up on Day 1 of the 2025 Indianapolis 500 Open Test from Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

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Behind the Scenes with Two-time Indy 500 Winner Takuma Sato

Two-time Indy 500 winner Takuma Sato takes you behind the scenes with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing as he prepares for the 109th Running in May.

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Crank up the Boost! How Hybrid Power Shakes up the Indy 500 Open Test

Taylor Kiel of Chip Ganassi Racing takes you inside how the No. 8 Honda team and others are preparing for May with the hybrid and added horsepower on Day 2 of the 2025 Indianapolis 500 Open Test.

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LIVE: 2025 Indianapolis 500 Open Test: Day 1 from Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Here's the schedule for Day 1 of the 2025 Indianapolis 500 Open Test: Veterans, 12:45-2 p.m. ET; Rookie Orientation/refresher tests, 2-4 p.m.; All drivers, 4-7 p.m.

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Graham Rahal Makes Huge Save after Brushing Wall at Indy 500 Open Test

Graham Rahal tags the wall at speed, but pulls off a remarkable save to keep his car intact during Day 1 of the 2025 Indianapolis 500 Open Test.

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Takuma Sato on Chasing Third Indy 500 Win in 2025

Two-time Indy 500 champion Takuma Sato returns to the No. 75 Honda with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing aiming to add a third victory to his legacy in 2025.

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Graham Rahal Confident for 2025 Indy 500 after Past Struggle

Veteran racer Graham Rahal says confidence is high for Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing heading into May following past Indy 500 struggles.