Josef Newgarden refusing to read too much into rapid final practice ahead of Indy 500
Josef Newgarden topped the final practice session ahead of the Indianapolis 500 but remains cautious about its implications. The Team Penske driver emphasized that race conditions could differ significantly from practice. Newgarden is aiming for an unprecedented third consecutive win at the Indy 500.
- ▪Josef Newgarden recorded the fastest speed during the final practice at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
- ▪He has won the Indianapolis 500 twice in 2023 and 2024 but failed to secure a third consecutive win last year.
- ▪Newgarden acknowledged that while his car felt strong, he is not reading too much into the practice results.
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| Publication time | Sat, 23 May 2026 13:30:00 +0000 |
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