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Fastest Indianapolis 500 qualifying run

The current fastest indianapolis 500 qualifying run record is 237 mph, held by Arie Luyendyk, set on May 12, 1996. Last checked October 10, 2026.

237

mph

Arie Luyendyk

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States, 1996

Holder
Arie Luyendyk
Record
237 mph
Metric
381.4 km/h
Exact figure
236.986 mph four-lap average
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Date set
May 12, 1996
Recognized by
IndyCar
Last checked
October 10, 2026

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