On April 13th, 2019, Scott Kirkwood made history by becoming the first driver to earn an IndyCar pole position at the Long Beach Grand Prix. This marks a major milestone in Kirkwood’s career, as he is the first driver to ever achieve this feat.
Kirkwood, who is a rookie in the IndyCar Series, has been making waves since his debut in 2018. He had already earned two top-five finishes in the first two races of the 2019 season, and his pole position at Long Beach was the icing on the cake.
Kirkwood’s pole position was earned after a thrilling qualifying session that saw him edge out his closest competitor by just 0.002 seconds. His time of 1:07.988 was enough to secure him the top spot on the grid and make history in the process.
The Long Beach Grand Prix is one of the most prestigious events on the IndyCar calendar, and Kirkwood’s pole position is a testament to his skill and determination. He is now in prime position to take home a victory at this iconic event, and it would be a huge accomplishment for him and his team.
Kirkwood’s pole position at Long Beach is a major milestone for the rookie driver, and it shows that he has what it takes to compete at the highest level of IndyCar racing. With his impressive performance at Long Beach, Kirkwood has made a name for himself and proven that he is a force to be reckoned with in the IndyCar Series.
