Will Power Racing gods want Indy 500 pole

Will Power misses out on pole position at Indy 500, settling for second place with a record-breaking run by teammate.

The reality of the situation hit hard for the 43-year-old Australian driver as he watched his teammate, Scott McLaughlin, set a blistering pace with an opening lap time of 38.3753 seconds, equivalent to a speed of 234.526mph around the 2.5-mile Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Expressing his disappointment, the two-time IndyCar Series champion, Will Power, admitted defeat, acknowledging that once he saw McLaughlin's time, he knew his chances were over. Power's own four-lap average speed of 233.917mph paled in comparison to McLaughlin's record-breaking pole run of 234.220mph.

Despite securing his fifth front row start in the Indy 500, Power has yet to replicate the success of his 2018 victory in the prestigious event. With 70 pole positions in the IndyCar Series to his name, Power continues to strive for that elusive top spot in his 17th Indy 500 start.

Reflecting on his near misses this season, Power humorously remarked on his string of second-place finishes, both in qualifying and races. He expressed the challenges of achieving the quickest car and team alignment in the high-pressure environment of qualifying, emphasizing the competitive nature of the sport.

Acknowledging the achievement of a Penske front row lock-out with teammate Josef Newgarden taking third, Power praised the team's dedication and hard work. Reflecting on the close competition within the team, Power highlighted the quality control and teamwork that contributed to their success.

Despite his humorous take on his runner-up streak, Power remains focused on the bigger picture, aiming for a championship win to add to his list of accomplishments. With a positive outlook and determination to continue his consistent performance, Power remains optimistic about his future in the sport.