Helio Castrovenes aspires to turn back clock at Indy 500
Helio Castroneves is aiming for his fifth Indianapolis 500 victory, despite concerns about his age. At 51, he will participate in the race for the 26th time, determined to prove that he can still compete at a high level. Castroneves remains focused on his passion for racing and mentoring younger drivers.
- ▪Castroneves is a four-time Indy 500 champion, having won in 2001, 2002, 2009, and 2021.
- ▪He will start the race from the fifth row, 14th overall.
- ▪Defending champion Alex Palou secured the pole position with a qualifying speed of 232.148 mph.
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