Kyle Larson lays down big time in Indy 500 qualifying | INDYCAR
Summary
TLDRIn the thrilling transcript from hendrickcars.com, Kyle Larson makes his second attempt to qualify for the prestigious Indianapolis 500. With a fifth to sixth downshift issue from the previous run, Larson manages to maintain a mid 232 mph average, aiming for the top 12. He impresses with a solid run, flirting with the top five, and commits to turn three flat on the throttle. Larson, a NASCAR Cup Series champion, completes his first full qualifying run for the Indy 500, securing a provisional 12th place with a speed of 232.5 mph. The moment is celebrated by his team and the legendary Jeff Gordon, who records Larson's finish, showcasing the passion and significance of the Indy 500 to racers.
Takeaways
- 🏁 Kyle Larson is attempting to qualify for the Indianapolis 500, which is a significant event in his racing career.
- 🏎️ This is Larson's second attempt at qualifying, indicating that he had a previous run with issues.
- 🔄 A sixth to fifth downshift issue caused problems in Larson's last run, which is a crucial detail for understanding his performance.
- 🎶 The script includes musical interludes and applause, suggesting an exciting and celebratory atmosphere.
- 🌀 Larson reaches a speed of 240 mph into turn three, showcasing the high speeds involved in this racing event.
- 📉 Larson's pace was described as 'fast but not scary fast,' which implies that while he was quick, he was not at the extreme end of speed.
- 🔝 The goal for Larson is to be in the top 12, which is a specific target for his performance in the qualifying run.
- 📈 Larson's lap speed of 232.000 mph is noted, and the commentary suggests that maintaining a mid-232 average is part of the strategy.
- 🏆 Tony Kanaan, an Indy 500 winner, is present and observing Larson's run, adding to the significance of the moment.
- 🎉 Larson successfully completes his first full qualifying run for the Indy 500, achieving a provisional 12th place with a speed of 2323 mph.
- 📱 Jeff Gordon records Larson crossing the finish line on his cell phone, indicating the importance and excitement of the moment for racing enthusiasts.
Q & A
What event is Kyle lson participating in?
-Kyle lson is participating in the Indianapolis 500.
How fast did Kyle lson go into turn three?
-Kyle lson reached a speed of 240 mph into turn three.
What was Kyle lson's lap time during his first lap?
-Kyle lson's lap time during his first lap was 232.000 mph.
What was the goal for Kyle lson during the qualifying run?
-The goal for Kyle lson was to maintain a mid-232 average to be in the top 12.
What feedback did Brian Patty give to Kyle lson?
-Brian Patty encouraged Kyle lson to keep shifting well and stay focused.
Who is watching Kyle lson's performance and expressing support?
-Tony Canan, a previous Indy 500 winner, and Jeff Gordon are watching and expressing support.
What did Kyle lson achieve by the end of his qualifying run?
-Kyle lson achieved a provisional 12th place, securing sixth place with a lap speed of 232.5 mph.
What was Jeff Gordon's reaction to Kyle lson's performance?
-Jeff Gordon recorded Kyle lson's finish with his cell phone, showing his excitement and support.
What personal sentiment is mentioned about Robin Miller?
-The commentary mentions that the late Robin Miller would have been thrilled to see Kyle lson's performance.
What is the significance of the Indianapolis 500 for racers like Kyle lson?
-The Indianapolis 500 is a prestigious event that holds great meaning for racers, as seen in the excitement and support from other racing legends.
Outlines
🏎️ Kyle Larson's Qualifying Run for the Indy 500
The script describes Kyle Larson's second attempt at qualifying for the Indianapolis 500. He drives a Chevy car sponsored by hendrickcars.com and is focused on achieving a mid-232 mph average speed to secure a spot in the top 12. Larson, who has transitioned from dirt track racing to NASCAR, is undergoing an accelerated learning program and is mentored by Tony Kanaan, an Indy 500 winner. The commentary highlights Larson's successful downshifting and his ability to maintain a fast pace without it being 'scary fast.' The script also mentions the emotional significance of Larson's run, as the late Robin Miller, a dear friend and old teammate, had wished to see him race at the speedway. Larson successfully completes his first full qualifying run, securing a provisional 12th place with a speed of 2323 mph, which is celebrated by his team and watched by racing legend Jeff Gordon.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡HendrickCars.com
💡Kyle Larson
💡Indianapolis 500
💡Green Flag
💡Shift
💡Top 12
💡NASCAR Cup Series
💡Flat on the Throttle
💡White Flag
💡Provisional
💡Jeff Gordon
Highlights
Kyle Larson makes his second attempt at qualifying for the Indianapolis 500.
Larson experiences a downshift from sixth to fifth gear that caused an issue in his previous run.
He reaches a speed of 240 mph going into turn three.
Larson comments that the car feels fast but not 'scary fast', despite being the fastest he's ever been in a race car.
He completes lap one with a speed of 232.000 mph.
Maintaining an average speed in the mid 232s would place Larson in the top 12 pack, which is his goal for the day.
Good shifting is crucial for Larson to advance to the next day's race.
Kyle Larson has undergone an accelerated learning program to prepare for the race.
He achieves a stable run with a speed of 2327 mph, putting him within a tenth of flirting with the top five.
Larson's car appears to be handling well with no issues observed during the run.
He maintains a high speed of 240 mph going into turn three, a commitment that requires skill.
As the white flag comes out, Larson's speed is recorded at 2323 mph, indicating a strong run.
Commentators remember the late Robin Miller, a former teammate and friend who wanted to see Larson succeed in this race.
Larson comes from a dirt track and NASCAR Cup Series background to compete at the Indianapolis Speedway.
Jeff Gordon, a racing legend, watches Larson's qualifying run.
Larson completes his first ever full qualifying run for the Indy 500.
He slots into the provisional 12th position with a sixth-place finish.
Larson's speed of 2325 mph is praised as a very nice job by the commentators.
There is a celebratory atmosphere with high fives, fist bumps, and handshakes after Larson's successful run.
Even Jeff Gordon records Larson's finish line moment on his cell phone, showing the significance of the achievement.
The atmosphere and reactions highlight the importance of the Indianapolis 500 to the racing community.
Transcripts
here is the hendrickcars.com
Chevy for Kyle lson and this is his
second attempt at qualifying for his
made in Indianapolis
500 green flag gray three let's go take
two warm up 2 172 for Kyle as he takes
the green
flag there's that fifth to six down
shift sorry six to fifth down shift that
caused the issue in the last run
[Music]
[Applause]
[Music]
240 mph D into turn three all right now
we're talking he has got all the
pace he seemed kind of somewhat non plus
yesterday he said it's fast but it's not
scary fast even though it's the fastest
I've ever been in a race car lap one
232.000 certainly but if he can keep
with a mid 232 average that's still
middle of that top 12 pack right now
which is the goal for Kyle if you're in
that top 12 today the shifting keep it
up you
advance to tomorrow times a race you get
another crack at it good words from
Brian Patty too good shifting stay on it
keep it up keep doing what you're doing
this has been an accelerated learning
program for Kyle lson he's now at the
halfway mark Tony Canan ind5 100 winner
himself looking on 2327 so good stable
run within 2/10 of a
[Music]
mph if he can have a nice stable run
like that you're flirting with the top
five diff that's a still looks good good
job solid run and 240 again into turn
three as fast as we've seen
anyone to have to to commit to that
corner flat on the throttle you see the
downshift coming off of
four white flag at this moment as we see
a
2323 this is a really good run at this
moment Hench I'm thinking about our old
teammate our dear friend the late Robin
Miller who just so badly wanted to see
this happen Robin it's happening it's
real Kyle lson has come from the dirt
track he's come from the NASCAR Cup
Series track he's at your track he's at
the
speedway as Jeff Gordon watches on he's
about to complete his first ever full
qualifying Run for the Indie 500 the cup
series champ comes to the line Kyle lson
slots in to the provisional 12 in sixth
place how about that
2325 for K job Kyle very nice nice job
Mike Phil everyone very nice job high
fives fist bumps and handshakes down
there on the 17 stand Jeff Gordon even
got his cell phone out and recorded
Larson coming across the Finish Line
that's what Indie means to Racers diff
that's what's so cool about this place
lson I mean he's going to get out in his
interview will be like yeah it was fine
it'll be exactly the same and look at
Tony Canan Canan is blown away he can't
believe it
5.0 / 5 (0 votes)
![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pomYvecMHDs/hq720.jpg)
NASCAR Official Extended Highlights: Tempers flare at Darlington Raceway | Goodyear 400
![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/0oQlQOa-iuM/hq720.jpg)
$500 Allis Chalmers Crawler, Sitting for Years. (Will It Run?)
![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mquz3QK0SNY/hq720.jpg)
Qualifying Highlights | 2024 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix
![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_ZN7y9GFFTY/hq720.jpg)
Crazy finish puts fresh face in Victory Lane at Talladega | Extended Highlights | NASCAR Cup Series
![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/PT-mp4ch2WQ/hq720.jpg)
2nd Round: New York Rangers vs. Carolina Hurricanes Game 6 | Full Game Highlights
![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ybVmuOQD0i4/hq720.jpg)
Touring Pro Athletes Houses! **MLB Champion**