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| Published On May 24, 2024 10:33 am CEST | By Remko Rinkema

Excitement Builds for the 2024 Indianapolis 500 – Predictions & Odds

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The 108th Indianapolis 500 is set for May 26, 2024, at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Over 250,000 spectators are expected for the iconic race. Motorsports fans have much to look forward to, with the Indy500 and the Formula 1 Grand Prix of Monaco both taking place on the same day.

Event Details

  • Date: Sunday, May 26, 2024
  • Time: 12:45 p.m. ET
  • Location: Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Speedway, Indiana

Top Contenders

Scott McLaughlin is a favorite to win the 2024 Indy500. He secured the pole position in the qualifying session, which often leads to victory in IndyCar races. This season, pole winners have won three of five races, including one by McLaughlin. Odds are at +485.

Alex Palou has had an impressive 2024 season with two wins, leading the IndyCar Series. However, his performance in the Indianapolis 500 has been less stellar, with a mid-pack start from the 5th row this year. Good for odds of +1200, you might want to consider to add him to your betslip.

Josef Newgarden is another top pick. Competing for Team Penske, the most successful team in Indy500 history, Newgarden won last year’s race. He’s starting from the outside of the 1st row and aims for his first win of the season. He’s tied at +485 with McLaughlin.

The Outsider

Rinus ‘VeeKay’ van Kalmthout will start from seventh on the grid. Despite a significant qualifying crash, his team, Ed Carpenter Racing, quickly rebuilt his car, allowing him to compete in the Fast Twelve session. VeeKay feels confident at Indy, stating, “Indy just suits me. When I came here as a rookie, things went well right away.”

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Race Predictions

McLaughlin’s pole position gives him a strong chance to win, but Newgarden’s experience and motivation make him a formidable contender. Palou’s season success could translate into a surprise performance despite his starting position. And there is VeeKay, who made an incredible comeback during qualification. If things go his way this Sunday, there is a change he is in contention for the win, and at +2000 odds a worthy pick, with 21x return on investment.

The 2024 Indianapolis 500 promises high excitement and intense competition. Fans eagerly await to see who will emerge victorious in this historic race.

Odds on BetUS

Josef Newgarden +485
Scott McLaughlin +485
Will Power +685
Kyle Larson +700
Pato O`Ward +800
Alex Palou +1200
Colton Herta +1200
Scott Dixon +1400
Rinus Veekay +2000
Kyle Kirkwood +2200
Remko Rinkema

Remko Rinkema has covered the biggest poker tournaments in the world since 2008, including many WSOP, EPT, Aussie Millions, APPT, MCOP and Unibet Open events. As an in-depth interview and story enthusiast he tries to do things a little differently. Besides the usual writings Rinkema grabs every chance to appear on podcasts, live streams and in the occasional video.