Carson Hocevar Eyes 'The Double' After Indy 500 Practice
Carson Hocevar details the prospect of attempting the double as NASCAR star attends Indy 500 practice
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NASCAR driver Carson Hocevar expressed interest in attempting 'The Double'—racing in both the Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600 on the same day—after observing Indy 500 practice. He shares concerns about fitting into an IndyCar but finds the experience fascinating as a race fan.
- 01Carson Hocevar, 23, currently drives for Spire Motorsports and has a keen interest in racing both the Indy 500 and Coca-Cola 600 on the same day.
- 02Katherine Legge plans to attempt 'The Double' at the 2026 races, following Kyle Larson's unsuccessful attempts in recent years.
- 03Hocevar humorously noted his height (6'4) could be a challenge for fitting into an IndyCar.
- 04During his visit, Hocevar interacted with Andretti drivers, including Marcus Ericsson and Will Power, gaining insights into IndyCar operations.
- 05He has attended the Indy 500 as a fan and considers it one of the most exciting races to watch.
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Carson Hocevar, a 23-year-old driver for Spire Motorsports, is intrigued by the prospect of attempting 'The Double', which involves racing in both the Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600 on the same day. His interest was piqued after veteran racer Katherine Legge announced her plans to undertake this challenge in 2026, following the unsuccessful attempts by Kyle Larson in the past two years. During his recent visit to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Hocevar spent time in the Andretti Global pit area, observing the operations of IndyCar teams on the iconic 2.5-mile oval. He humorously acknowledged his height, at 6'4, as a potential obstacle for fitting into an IndyCar, joking about needing to adjust himself to make it work. Hocevar's enthusiasm for the Indy 500 is evident, as he shared fond memories of attending the event as a fan and expressed admiration for the race, stating, 'It's just very interesting to me to get the insider baseball of it.' His visit also included interactions with notable Andretti drivers, enhancing his appreciation for the sport.
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