If you google “Most famous Cup Series team in NASCAR”, you will find the name of Hendrick Motorsports. With 297 race wins to date, this team has been the home for several legendary drivers like Jeff Gordon and Jimmie Johnson in the past. In today’s time, this $315 million American auto racing organization features veteran NASCAR stalwarts like Chase Elliott and Kyle Larson.

Throwback to the beginning of this year: a rumor ran through the alleys of NASCAR that HMS would tie chains with another British auto racing organization for the 2024 edition of the Indy 500. Rick Hendrick will co-own the Chevrolet entry, and his company will sponsor the lineup as well.

The Hendrick 1100 will uncover itself on Sunday

In a recent tweet, Hendrick Automotive Group hurled a question at NASCAR fans: “What is the Hendrick 1100?” What is it, one might wonder? Let’s rewind the clock back to the beginning of this year, shall we?

Hendrick Motorsports announced that Kyle Larson will join Arrow McLaren’s lineup for the 2024 edition of the Indy 500. And now on Sunday, the number 17 HendrickCars.com Arrow McLaren Chevrolet will be unveiled at a gala event at the Pagoda Plaza at 11:00 a.m. ET on Sunday, August 13th. Hence the name.

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The 2021 NASCAR Cup Series champion will be present at the rendezvous for a meet-and-greet and exclusive giveaways. Good news for the fans: this event is open to all. Even if you cannot make it in person, the event will be telecasted live on the official page of Hendrick Motorsports.

Arrow Mclaren commented, “You have our full attention. 🔜 And ours, with that.

The two machines are likely to make history with one driver.

Hendrick Motorsports No. 5 Chevy will run the double in 2024 with Arrow McLaren and Hendrick Motorsports.

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Obviously, it is a big deal for Kyle Larson to switch from driving stock cars to riding Indy cars, even if it is just for one race. A lot of time and practice will go into it. Not to mention the anticipation of the fans. However, nothing is keeping Larson from fulfilling his long-awaited dream.

In an interview with NBC Sports, Larson admitted, “It’s been something I’ve wanted to do for a while. I just wanted to wait till the timing was right. I feel like the time is right now to do it”

Considering his reputation, the #9 Chevy star would definitely not jump into an endeavor without optimally preparing himself for it. Finally, he feels like it is time, and next year he will race in an Indy car. He smiled and said, “You kind of live out a dream of mine, my dad’s, Jeff Gordon’s…even Rick Hendrick’s.”

“I know how difficult it is… I try to keep expectations realistic. I obviously want to do a good job. Just excited and a little bit nervous…” he said while revealing what he expected from the race.

With Hendrick Motorsports partnering to achieve the unachievable, Larson running 2024 Indy 500 with Arrow McLaren, will be 5th driver to attempt The Double.

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