Kyle Larson Crashes on Day Two of 2025 Indy 500 Open Testing

INDIANAPOLIS — What began as another routine day of open testing for the 2025 Indianapolis 500 took a sudden turn when NASCAR star and Indy 500 hopeful Kyle Larson was involved in a crash on Day Two at the famed Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

The incident occurred late in the afternoon session, as Larson, driving the No. 17 Arrow McLaren entry, was pushing through a long run. Coming out of Turn 2, Larson appeared to lose rear grip, sending the car into a spin before making contact with the outside wall. The impact was significant but not catastrophic, and Larson was able to exit the car under his own power. He was evaluated and released from the infield care center shortly after.

“I just got a little too aggressive there,” Larson said following the crash. “I hate it for the team — they’ve worked so hard to get this car ready. But this is why we test. We’ll regroup and move forward.”

This marks Larson’s second year attempting “The Double,” balancing a full NASCAR Cup Series campaign while preparing to qualify for the Indianapolis 500 — a feat only a handful of drivers in history have attempted, let alone completed. His rookie run at Indy in 2024 garnered massive attention, and he has returned in 2025 with even more determination.

Arrow McLaren confirmed that while the primary car sustained damage, a backup chassis is ready if needed, and Larson is expected to resume testing once repairs or preparations are complete.

With the Month of May looming, every lap — and every lesson — counts. Larson’s crash is a reminder of just how fine the line is between speed and disaster at Indianapolis. For now, the hope is simple: that this is just a bump in the road, not a derailment.

Testing is scheduled to continue tomorrow, weather permitting. All eyes will be on whether Larson returns to the track — and how quickly he can shake off the sting of the wall.