Andretti Global’s Marcus Ericsson claims “one of the most talented drivers in the world” Kyle Larson will be an Indy 500 contender

Many expects Kyle Larson to deliver and prove his worth at Indy.

Andretti Global’s Marcus Ericsson claims “one of the most talented drivers in the world” Kyle Larson will be an Indy 500 contender

Marcus Ericsson and Kyle Larson (Via IMAGO)

Hedrick Motorsports’ Kyle Larson is set to make his IndyCar debut this season. He will drive for Arrow McLaren in the Indy 5000 and attempt the iconic double duty as he has to race in the Coco Cola 600 as well within a 12-hour time difference. Kurt Busch is 2016 was the last driver to attempt the double duty.

Many in the racing community sees Kyle Larson as a serious contender for the win despite being a rookie at the Brickyard race. Andretti Global’s Marcus Ericsson, who has previously won the Indy 500, recently talked about the 2021 Cup champions’ chances and pointed out that the Chevy star is one of the best racer in the world without anu doubt.

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Erickson expects Larson, who has open wheel racing experience, to step up and get used the race quickly and bee in the mix for the win. He admitted that beating the HMs star would be a very hard for the other competitors and also highlighted that fandom “Young Money” is going to bring into the sport.

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The thing with Kyle is he is one of the most talented drivers in the world. I expect him to get used to it very quickly. We had a test here a couple of weeks ago and he was already second fastest. He will be right in the mix. I expect him to be hard to beat but it’s great for our sport, in general. He comes over and puts even more spotlight on the Indy 500.
Marcus Ericsson said via NewsNation.

Kyle Larson has had solid practice in the IndyCar already

The No:5 Chevy driver participated in the rookie orientation at Indy last season and this year at Phoenix he was able to have another solid practice session. He was even able to rack up a top-5 finish in terms of fastest laps at Phoenix as well. Larson hopes continue the form in the coming sessions as well.

Kyle Larson (Via IMAGO)
Kyle Larson (Via IMAGO)
I could move on to the next thing, like all right, ‘Now how does it look like around cars? How does what I’ve learned in the past translate to now being behind cars? I’m fortunate that I was able to do (orientation) last year and then be allowed to run that little bit at Phoenix. I think it’s definitely going to help.
Kyle Larson said.

The 2024 season so far has been strong for Kyle Larson, as he has already secured a playoff berth with a win in the Cup series. He also has the momentum from his Sprint race wins backing him as well. It would be interesting to see how good he can perform at Indy.

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