Kyle Larson is anticipated to demonstrate his value at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The driver from Hedrick Motorsports will be making his debut in the IndyCar series this season. He will be racing for Arrow McLaren in the prestigious Indy 500, while also attempting the challenging task of competing in the Coco Cola 600 within a 12-hour time difference. Larson is following in the footsteps of the last driver to attempt this double duty in 2016.
Despite being a rookie at the Brickyard race, many within the racing community view Larson as a strong contender for victory. Andretti Global’s previous Indy 500 winner acknowledges Larson’s status as one of the world’s best racers without any doubt, further solidifying his chances.
Marcus Ericsson, who expects Larson to quickly adapt to the race due to his experience in open wheel racing, acknowledges the difficulty of beating the Hedrick Motorsports star. Ericsson also emphasizes the excitement that Larson, known as “Young Money,” brings to the sport.
Larson’s performance in the rookie orientation at Indy last season and his solid practice session at Phoenix this year, including a top-5 finish in terms of fastest laps, showcase his potential. Larson aims to continue his impressive form in the upcoming sessions.
With a playoff berth already secured in the Cup series and the momentum from his recent Sprint race wins, Larson’s performance at Indy will undoubtedly be intriguing to watch.