# IndyCar's New Qualifying Format: Pole Shootout

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Podcast: [NASCAR News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/nascar-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7512012)
Published: 2026-05-12T05:36:12+00:00
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IndyCar Unveils Streamlined Qualifying Format for Indianapolis 500: No Last Chance, Expanded Pole Shootout IndyCar has revamped the Indianapolis 500 qualifying format due to a lower-than-usual car count. The new setup focuses on high-speed action and the pole position battle, with no last chance session. On Saturday, practice runs from 8:30 to 9:30 AM, followed by qualifying from 11 AM to 5 PM. The top twelve fastest drivers advance to the pole shootout, joined by thirteenth through fifteenth place holders. A final fifteen session on Sunday determines the top three drivers to advance from thirteenth to fifteenth. The top twelve qualify from 5 to 6 PM, with the fastest six drivers taking a single run. The pole winner receives a $100,000 bonus. IndyCar president Doug Boles praises the expanded format, highlighting the deep talent in the field and promising fireworks for the prestigious front-row start. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/3ba14dccf9f93f33

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