**Colton Herta Survives Harrowing Crash During Indy 500 Qualifying**
Colton Herta experienced a frightening incident during the qualifying rounds for the Indianapolis 500 on Saturday. While approaching Turns 1 and 2 at an astonishing speed of 236 mph, Herta lost control of his No. 26 car, resulting in a dramatic spin. The vehicle collided with the wall on the backstretch, and as it careened backward, it became airborne and flipped over.
Despite the severity of the crash, Herta managed to exit the car and walk away unharmed. “I’m fine. Luckily, nowadays, these crashes look scarier than they feel,” he shared with reporters after being evaluated at the emergency care center. “Not to say that that one felt good, but I think the team’s gonna be hard at work right now trying to get the backup car ready. It’ll probably be impossible to try to get it out today.”
Reflecting on the incident, Herta noted, “Terrible day for this to happen… We were super happy with the car this morning and go out loose. We couldn’t even get Lap 1 done. So, yeah, it sucks but I’m good. We’ll keep going.” As of Saturday, Herta was listed as a 16-1 favorite to win the Indy 500.
With nine career wins in the IndyCar Series, Herta’s last victory came at Nashville, concluding the 2024 season. This year, he has achieved three top-10 finishes and one top-5 finish, placing him ninth in the points standings heading into the Indy 500, where he finished seventh last season.
The Indianapolis 500 is set to be broadcast on May 25, with pre-coverage beginning at 10 a.m. ET. Fans can also stream the event live through various platforms.
**FAQ**
*What happened to Colton Herta during the Indy 500 qualifying?*
Colton Herta was involved in a serious crash while qualifying for the Indianapolis 500, losing control of his car at high speed, but he emerged from the incident without serious injuries.
