McLaren has confirmed that Briton Callum Ilott will complete its four-car line-up for the 108th Indianapolis 500.
Before testing began on Tuesday, McLaren confirmed on Monday that former Ferrari academy driver Ilott would return for his third Indy 500 start.
Nine days of live action on Sky Sports, leading up to the main event on Sunday May 26, will begin with the opening practice session at 2.15pm on Tuesday.
“It’s every driver’s dream to race in the Indianapolis 500, and I’d like to thank Zak (Brown), Gavin (Ward) and Tony (Kanaan) for making it possible,” Ilott said.
“I’m grateful to compete in this race with a now familiar car and team, Arrow McLaren. Although our April open test at Indianapolis Motor Speedway was shortened due to weather, the races we completed were productive.”
“I feel comfortable with the team and know we can come together throughout the month of May to do our best on race day.”
Sky Sports’ coverage of the event is broadcast alongside the Emilia Romagna and Monaco Grands Prix, which take place on two consecutive weekends in May.
The Indy 500 itself takes place on the same day as the Monaco Grand Prix, giving McLaren the opportunity to complete two legs of motorsport’s famous Triple Crown in one afternoon.
Sky Sports F1 Indianapolis 500 Live Schedule
Tuesday May 14
2:15 p.m.: Practice 1
6 p.m.: Refresher
8 p.m.: Practice 2
Wednesday May 15
5 p.m.: Practice 3
Thursday May 16
5 p.m.: Practice 4
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Friday May 17
5 p.m.: 5* practice
*Coverage begins on Sky Sports Mix before moving to SSF1 at 6:15 p.m.
Saturday May 18
1:30 p.m.: Practice 6*
5 p.m.: Qualifications 1**
*Practice 6 only on Sky Sports Action
**Qualifying 1 begins on Sky Sports Action before moving to SSF1 at 6:15 p.m.
Sunday May 19
7 p.m.: Last chance training
8 p.m.: Qualifications
Monday May 20
6 p.m.: Practice 8
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Friday May 24
4:00 p.m.: Final tests*
7:30 p.m.: Pit Stop Competition
*Final practice begins on Sky Sports Mix before moving to SSF1 at 6:30 p.m.
Saturday May 25
5 p.m.: Parade*
*The parade begins on Sky Sports Mix before moving to SSF1 at 5:30 p.m.
Sunday May 26
5:30 p.m.: THE 108TH INDIANAPOLIS 500
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