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Hungrier Than Ever: Palou Targets Indy 500 Glory
22 May
Summary
- Alex Palou starts from pole position aiming for a second consecutive Indy 500 victory.
- Palou leads the IndyCar standings and seeks his fourth straight series crown.
- Katherine Legge attempts the rare Indy 500 and NASCAR World 600 double on the same day.
Alex Palou, the reigning champion, has secured pole position for Sunday's Indianapolis 500, expressing he is "hungrier than ever" to achieve a second consecutive victory. His dominant performance this season, including three wins in the first six races, positions him as a strong contender for his fourth IndyCar series crown.
Palou leads the season standings by 27 points and aims to join an elite group by winning back-to-back Indy 500 titles. He will start alongside Alexander Rossi, who was cleared to race after a significant practice crash. The grid features a diverse field with nine past winners, including Helio Castroneves chasing a record fifth triumph.
In a unique feat, Britain's Katherine Legge will attempt to compete in both the Indianapolis 500 and the NASCAR World 600 on the same day. This challenging double has been accomplished by only a few drivers, with Tony Stewart being the sole driver to complete both races on the same day. Legge described the logistical planning as a "military operation."
