Alen Ploj

Alen qualifies via AVG: 55:20 and brings a footballer’s competitiveness: hard accelerations, tough mentality, and a willingness to suffer for position. He’s also the kind of athlete who thrives when expectations are low, because he races free.

Phoenix storyline: no-roll-down mentality. Even if he’s not one of the “AUTO” names, he’s not here to fill a lane. His opportunity is to turn Phoenix into a statement by staying connected early and then being relentless through the heavy stations. If the race turns gritty, Alen’s mindset becomes a real asset. He’s exactly the kind of athlete who overperforms in Majors because he’s willing to fight for every second.