He acknowledged that a pit stop may bring unexpected scenarios where a team must quickly adapt to succeed in the race. Sagan said he’s only had about one day off since preparation began for the 500.

Steeped in history, the Pit Crew Challenge dates back to 1967 at Rockingham Speedway, where it continued until 2003. In 2005, it was reimagined in a bracket-style format and hosted at the Spectrum ...

Credit: Karl Zemlin/Penske Entertainment Will Power's pit crew pits their No. 12 car during the Carb Day Pit Stop Challenge, Friday, May 23, 2025 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Newgarden, whose team ...

McLaren holds the record at 1.8 seconds. A pit stop involves around 22 personnel, each with specific roles, from tire changes to car stabilization.