Robert Shwartzman is first Indy 500 rookie since 1983 to win pole

Robert Shwartzman, a 25-year-old Israeli driver with F1 experience, became the first Indy 500 rookie to secure the pole since 1983 after his team was disqualified for an illegal modification in qualifying. He expressed disbelief at his unexpected success as he prepared for Sunday's race. Meanwhile, other drivers like Teo Fabi and Pato O'Ward also secured their starting positions under unusual circumstances.