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NASCAR Cup series drivers practice, qualify for Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway

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NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) is congratulated after securing pole position Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) is congratulated after securing pole position Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) smiles after securing pole position Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) smiles after securing pole position Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Josh Bilicki (78) car is pushed out to the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, ahead of cup practice at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Josh Bilicki (78) car is pushed out to the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, ahead of cup practice at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) moves around the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) moves around the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) stands in his pit box Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) stands in his pit box Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) signs the pole position banner Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) signs the pole position banner Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Todd Gilliland (38) slides into a runoff Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Todd Gilliland (38) slides into a runoff Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) during qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, in Speedway, Ind.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) during qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, in Speedway, Ind.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Jenson Button (15) car is pushed out to the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, ahead of cup practice at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Jenson Button (15) car is pushed out to the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, ahead of cup practice at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) smiles after winning pole Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, after qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) smiles after winning pole Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, after qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) is congratulated after securing pole position Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) is congratulated after securing pole position Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Chase Elliott (9) moves through a turn Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Chase Elliott (9) moves through a turn Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Shane Van Gisbergen (91) talks in his pit box Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Shane Van Gisbergen (91) talks in his pit box Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Ty Gibbs (54) during qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, in Speedway, Ind.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Ty Gibbs (54) during qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, in Speedway, Ind.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Todd Gilliland (38) moves around the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Todd Gilliland (38) moves around the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Denny Hamlin (11) moves through a turn Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Denny Hamlin (11) moves through a turn Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Racing fans hold out IMS flags Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, ahead of cup practice at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
Racing fans hold out IMS flags Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, ahead of cup practice at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Tyler Reddick (45) during qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, in Speedway, Ind.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Tyler Reddick (45) during qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, in Speedway, Ind.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Martin Truex Jr. (19) stands by his car Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Martin Truex Jr. (19) stands by his car Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Tyler Reddick (45) qualifies Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Tyler Reddick (45) qualifies Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Racing fans sit in the stands Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
Racing fans sit in the stands Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Tyler Reddick (45) NASCAR Cup Series driver Bubba Wallace (23) move through a turn Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Tyler Reddick (45) NASCAR Cup Series driver Bubba Wallace (23) move through a turn Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Ryan Blaney (12) moves around the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Ryan Blaney (12) moves around the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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A racing fan waits for drivers for autographs Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
A racing fan waits for drivers for autographs Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Chase Elliott (9) during qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, in Speedway, Ind.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Chase Elliott (9) during qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, in Speedway, Ind.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) smiles after winning pole Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, after qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) smiles after winning pole Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, after qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Kamui Kobayashi (67) car is pushed out to the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for NASCAR Xfinity Series at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Kamui Kobayashi (67) car is pushed out to the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for NASCAR Xfinity Series at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Busch (8) moves around the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Busch (8) moves around the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Fans walk behind pit road Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Fans walk behind pit road Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Chris Buescher (17) car is pushed out to the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, ahead of cup practice at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Chris Buescher (17) car is pushed out to the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, ahead of cup practice at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver William Byron (24) and NASCAR Cup Series driver Alex Bowman (48) move around the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver William Byron (24) and NASCAR Cup Series driver Alex Bowman (48) move around the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) smiles after winning pole Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, after qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) smiles after winning pole Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, after qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Tyler Reddick (45) during qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, in Speedway, Ind.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Tyler Reddick (45) during qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, in Speedway, Ind.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Ty Gibbs (54) pit crew members sit in pit lane Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Ty Gibbs (54) pit crew members sit in pit lane Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Kevin Harvick (4) talks with NASCAR official David Green on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Kevin Harvick (4) talks with NASCAR official David Green on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Michael McDowell (34) moves around a track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Michael McDowell (34) moves around a track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Racing fans (who declined to give their name) carry damaged NASCAR parts Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for NASCAR Xfinity Series at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
Racing fans (who declined to give their name) carry damaged NASCAR parts Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for NASCAR Xfinity Series at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Chase Elliott (9) sits in his pit box Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Chase Elliott (9) sits in his pit box Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Ryan Preece (41) moves through a turn Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Ryan Preece (41) moves through a turn Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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A pit crew member wears a hat and headphones Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, ahead of cup practice at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
A pit crew member wears a hat and headphones Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, ahead of cup practice at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Jenson Button (15) prepares to get in his car Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Jenson Button (15) prepares to get in his car Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Joey Logano (22) stands by his car Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Joey Logano (22) stands by his car Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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A racing fan carry's a helmet though the pit lane Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for NASCAR Xfinity Series at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
A racing fan carry's a helmet though the pit lane Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for NASCAR Xfinity Series at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Ryan Blaney (12) pit crew member stands in the pit lane Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, ahead of cup practice at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Ryan Blaney (12) pit crew member stands in the pit lane Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, ahead of cup practice at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Martin Truex Jr. (19) moves around the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Martin Truex Jr. (19) moves around the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Andy Lally (51) moves around the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Andy Lally (51) moves around the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Todd Gilliland (38) slides into a runoff Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Todd Gilliland (38) slides into a runoff Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Jenson Button (15) climbs into his car Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Jenson Button (15) climbs into his car Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Todd Gilliland (38) slides into a runoff Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Todd Gilliland (38) slides into a runoff Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Kevin Harvick (4) car is pushed out to the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, ahead of cup practice at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Kevin Harvick (4) car is pushed out to the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, ahead of cup practice at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) moves around the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez (99) moves around the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Chase Elliott (9) moves around the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Chase Elliott (9) moves around the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Larson (5) moves around the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Larson (5) moves around the track Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Track personnel work to free NASCAR Cup Series driver Todd Gilliland (38) from a gravel runoff Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Track personnel work to free NASCAR Cup Series driver Todd Gilliland (38) from a gravel runoff Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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A racing fan receives an autograph Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, ahead of cup practice at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
A racing fan receives an autograph Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, ahead of cup practice at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Ryan Blaney (12) practices Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Ryan Blaney (12) practices Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Busch (8) on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Busch (8) on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Jenna Ramsay and Chad Irvine stay cool in shaded hats they purchased at the Indiana State Fair Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Jenna Ramsay and Chad Irvine stay cool in shaded hats they purchased at the Indiana State Fair Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Fans watch Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Fans watch Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Fans walk behind the pagoda Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Fans walk behind the pagoda Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Ryder Warren, 6, waits for the driver walk Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Ryder Warren, 6, waits for the driver walk Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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