Check out the start time for 2026 Indy 500 qualifying today!
Start time for 2026 Indy 500 qualifying today
It's nearly time to set the grid for qualifying today for the 2026 Indy 500!
In case you are new to the format, we have explained the entire system used to set the grid here!
Below, you can find the full-time schedule over the weekend for how the grid will be formed.
| Session | Day | Time (Local) | Time (BST - UK) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qualifying | Saturday May 16th | 11:00 - 17:50 | 16:00 - 22:50 |
| Top 12 Qualifying | Sunday May 17th | 16:05 - 17:05 | 21:05 - 22:05 |
| Last Chance Qualifiyng | Sunday May 17th | 17:15 - 18:15 | 22:15 - 23:15 |
| Fast Six Qualifying | Sunday May 17th | 18:25 - 18:55 | 23:25 - 23:55 |
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