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Indy 500 qualifying format revamped for 2026
motorsports21 days ago

Indy 500 qualifying format revamped for 2026

IndyCar announced a four‑round overhaul of the Indianapolis 500 qualifying format for the 110th running, with 33 cars and no bumping. Day 1 (May 16) will lock in positions 16–33, Day 2 will combine a Final 15, Top 12, and a Firestone Fast Six for a final four‑lap run to decide pole, with the Fast Six session around 6:35 pm EST and the pole winner earning $100,000 and front‑row starting position. The article also provides the full weekend schedule and progression rules for drivers aiming to line up on the front row.

via Motorsport.com|
#firestone-fast-six#indianapolis-500#indycar
Hungarian GP: Sainz's Tyre Trial, Hamilton's Pole, Perez's Mistake, and Ricciardo's Return
formula-12 years ago

Hungarian GP: Sainz's Tyre Trial, Hamilton's Pole, Perez's Mistake, and Ricciardo's Return

Carlos Sainz and other Formula 1 drivers have criticized the new tyre allocation rules implemented for the Hungarian Grand Prix, which limited each car to just 11 sets of slick Pirelli rubber over the weekend. Sainz expressed frustration at the lack of running during practice sessions and suggested that either the format or the tyre allocation needs reviewing. Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen also agreed that the reduced running in practice was not ideal for entertainment, while Fernando Alonso labeled the format a "disaster" and expressed disappointment for the spectators who paid to watch cars sitting in the garage due to limited tyre availability.

via Motorsport.com|
#carlos-sainz#driver-complaints#formula-1