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How Indianapolis 500 Field Is Set: Qualifying Process Explained

The Indianapolis 500 qualifying process is a little different than any other race. It isn’t one lap. It isn’t two laps. It isn’t three laps. It’s four laps — 10 miles — around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. And the cars are trimmed out with additional boost for incredible speeds. With only 33 cars entered for the race, there will be no bumping (where the slowest cars do not qualify for the race) and all cars make the field. But there certainly is prestige in where a driver starts, especially the closer to the front. This is how they get there: Drivers will get to practice Tuesday, Wednesday,...