US EditionIndy 500 Driver Marcus Armstrong Taken Away on Stretcher After Heavy Crash in Qualifying Practice
- Marcus Armstrong, a 24-year-old New Zealand driver, crashed heavily during Indianapolis 500 qualifying practice on May 17, 2025, at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
- The crash occurred entering Turn 1 as winds gusted near 30 mph and cars approached speeds of 240 mph, creating treacherous conditions on the track.
- Armstrong climbed out of his damaged car, gave a thumbs-up as medical personnel loaded him into an ambulance, and was transported to the track's medical facility, where he was discharged approximately 90 minutes later.
- Medical director Dr. Julia Vaizer said, "He's doing well," while teammate Felix Rosenqvist described the crash as "a bit weird, to be honest."
- Meyer Shank Racing began preparing a backup car for qualifying later that day, but it remained unclear who would drive it amid ongoing adjustments and support from Chip Ganassi Racing.
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