Why is Indy 500 qualification in terms of speed and not in time?

Posted By Caspian Beaumont    On 17 Feb 2023    Comments (0)

Why is Indy 500 qualification in terms of speed and not in time?

Indy 500 qualification is not based on the amount of time it takes to complete a lap of the track, but rather on the speed at which the lap is completed. This is due to the fact that the track layout for the Indy 500 is designed to be a 'high speed' track, with long straights and tight corners. Qualification times are determined by the speed at which the lap is completed, rather than the amount of time it takes to complete the lap. This ensures that the fastest drivers qualify for the race, and that the competition is as fair as possible. The Indy 500 is the most prestigious race in the world, and qualification requirements are stringent in order to ensure that only the best drivers make it to the start line.

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