Model’s surprising picks for 2024 Indy 500 odds, predictions, time, date, and starting grid in Indianapolis

The 2024 Indianapolis 500 is set to be a thrilling event with Kyle Larson attempting to make history by racing in both the Indy 500 and NASCAR’s Coca-Cola 600 on the same day. Larson, who qualified fifth for the race, will start his day at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway at 12:45 p.m. ET before catching a quick flight to Charlotte for the nightcap at 6 p.m. ET.

The favorite to win the 2024 Indy 500 is Scott McLaughlin, who won the pole position for the race. However, the SportsLine projection model, developed by data engineer Mike McClure, is also high on veteran driver Scott Dixon, despite his long shot odds of +1600. Dixon, a six-time IndyCar series champion, has a strong track record at the Indianapolis 500 and could be a dark horse to watch.

On the other hand, the model is not as optimistic about McLaughlin’s chances, as he is predicted to barely crack the top five in the race. The 30-year-old driver from New Zealand has had a somewhat inconsistent season so far and has not been a serious contender at the Indy 500 in previous years.

With the race set to be a highly competitive and unpredictable event, fans and bettors alike will be eagerly awaiting the outcome. For more insights and predictions on the 2024 Indianapolis 500, be sure to check out the full projected leaderboard on SportsLine.