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Rookie Nolan Siegel Unharmed After High-Speed Crash During Indy 500 Practice

The 19-year-old's car flipped and landed on its side during Fast Friday, leaving his team scrambling for a backup ahead of qualifying.

  • Siegel's crash occurred in Turn 2 at over 200 mph, causing his car to flip and slide down the track.
  • Despite the severity of the crash, Siegel exited the car uninjured and reassured his team via radio.
  • The wreck disrupted practice and required track repairs, highlighting the risks of high-speed qualifying runs.
  • Siegel, a part-time driver in the IndyCar series, will now rely on a backup car for the upcoming qualifying sessions.
  • Other drivers, including Marcus Ericsson, also faced crashes, complicating preparations for the Indianapolis 500.
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