Intriguing Indianapolis 500 storylines captivate Row 7 lineup with Andretti, Castroneves and Dixon
10 months ago

Intriguing Indianapolis 500 storylines captivate Row 7 lineup with Andretti, Castroneves and Dixon

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Team Penske’s front row sweep and Kyle Larson’s Memorial Day weekend double chase, naturally, stole the attention all week at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. “Hopefully the row doesn’t take each other out, that would be interesting,” Dixon joked Thursday as he chases a record-tying seventh career series crown to match A.J. “I think the car has a lot of natural speed in it.” KATHERINE’S CRAFT While practice and qualifying have been top of mind for race fans in Indianapolis all month, sports fans around the city have also been closely monitoring the Indiana Pacers’ NBA playoff run to the Eastern Conference finals and the influence of the WNBA’s newest star, Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark. That’s where my mentality is.” PAYING TRIBUTE Simon Pagenaud, the 2019 Indianapolis 500 winner and 2016 IndyCar Series champ, isn’t racing Sunday. He’s also putting the finishing touches on a children’s book, “Josef’s BIG Dream.” The 33-year-old Tennessean and his wife, Ashley, collaborated with author Andy Amendola on a project Newgarden describes as promoting the values of hard work and dedication required to compete in “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing.” “Creating this book with my wife, Ashley, and Andy Amendola was a fun journey and one we are all proud of,” Newgarden said.

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Four-time Indy 500 winner Helio Castroneves gets a crash course in stock cars at Daytona
1 month, 1 week ago

Four-time Indy 500 winner Helio Castroneves gets a crash course in stock cars at Daytona

Associated Press  

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Four-time Indianapolis 500 winner Helio Castroneves got a crash course — literally — in stock-car racing at Daytona International Speedway. “Now, let’s go for the Indy 500.” Castroneves made the Daytona 500 under a new rule that allows for a “world-class driver” to receive a provisional spot. He landed a NASCAR ride as part of Trackhouse’s …

Castroneves to use “world-class driver” provisional to race in Daytona 500 after qualifying crash
1 month, 1 week ago

Castroneves to use “world-class driver” provisional to race in Daytona 500 after qualifying crash

Associated Press  

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Four-time Indianapolis 500 winner Helio Castroneves will race in the Daytona 500 as a special 41st driver under a new rule that allows for a “world-class driver” to receive a provisional spot. I’m excited to see him here and debut this car in the Daytona 500 and JR Motorsports in the Daytona 500.” Austin Cindric in …

What’s the difference between racing Indy 500 and Daytona 500? Drivers who have tried both explain
1 month, 1 week ago

What’s the difference between racing Indy 500 and Daytona 500? Drivers who have tried both explain

Associated Press  

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — They are the signature spectacles in each racing series, the Indianapolis 500 and all its pageantry with more than a century of tradition and milk drinking in open wheel racing, and the Daytona 500, NASCAR’s season opener run under the Florida sun at the unofficial home of the “ birthplace of speed.” Indy and Daytona. “They’re …

NASCAR drivers divided on new rule that could guarantee Helio Castroneves a spot in the Daytona 500
1 month, 2 weeks ago

NASCAR drivers divided on new rule that could guarantee Helio Castroneves a spot in the Daytona 500

Associated Press  

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — A controversial new NASCAR rule designed for “world-class drivers” could give Helio Castroneves an automatic berth into the Daytona 500, and, should the four-time Indianapolis 500 winner use the provisional, it would make for the largest field in a decade. Three-time Daytona 500 Denny Hamlin winner said the rule “reeks of desperation” by NASCAR, calling it …

Castroneves to attempt to qualify for Daytona 500, would be NASCAR debut for 4-time Indy 500 winner
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Castroneves to attempt to qualify for Daytona 500, would be NASCAR debut for 4-time Indy 500 winner

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Four-time Indianapolis 500 winner Helio Castroneves will attempt to make his NASCAR debut in next month’s Daytona 500 with Trackhouse Racing. Castroneves, one of the most popular drivers in IndyCar history, has been trying for two years to get a Daytona 500 seat and finally landed one Monday as part of Trackhouse’s “Project 91” designed to give …

AUTO RACING: Team Penske aims to follow up NASCAR-IndyCar sweep in Indy oval return, Toronto streets
8 months, 1 week ago

AUTO RACING: Team Penske aims to follow up NASCAR-IndyCar sweep in Indy oval return, Toronto streets

Associated Press  

All Times Eastern NASCAR CUP SERIES Brickyard 400. Last race: Team Penske driver and reigning Cup champion Ryan Blaney led the final 44 laps, a race high, to win Pocono Raceway’s 400-mile event for his second victory in five starts and 12th in his career. Fast facts: NASCAR resumes racing on Indy’s iconic 2.5-mile oval for the first time since …

Blaney has Team Penske on a hot streak headed into Indy for return of Brickyard 400
8 months, 1 week ago

Blaney has Team Penske on a hot streak headed into Indy for return of Brickyard 400

Associated Press  

LOND POND, Pa. — Ryan Blaney popped some bubbly and hopped off a stage in victory lane so he could spray it at all the fans who stuck around to celebrate on a steamy day at Pocono Raceway. 12 Ford after he secured his second Cup Series win in five weeks, the 2023 NASCAR champion learned that Will Power won …

Will Power wins for first time in 2 years to give Team Penske sweep of top 3 spots at Road America
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Will Power wins for first time in 2 years to give Team Penske sweep of top 3 spots at Road America

Associated Press  

ELKHART LAKE, Wis. — Will Power pondered retirement last year as his wife battled a near deadly staph infection that had the Australian wondering if he needed to focus on his family’s future. We’re back as a team again.” Power won for the 42nd time in the series to tie Michael Andretti for fourth on the all-time wins list. Among …

Josef Newgarden races to victory in Indy 500 – marking second win in a row
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Josef Newgarden races to victory in Indy 500 – marking second win in a row

The Independent  

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Josef Newgarden enters Indy 500 lore with bold last-lap pass for second straight win
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Josef Newgarden enters Indy 500 lore with bold last-lap pass for second straight win

New York Times  

— A year ago, he leapt, he climbed and he screamed. I felt like I was wrecking half the time.” “We were on offense for the last 60 laps,” added Jonathan Diuguid, Newgarden’s fill-in race strategist. 2 team had a text chain going throughout the week titled “Indy 500 Domination.” On Sunday, down two engineers and with Diuguid filling in …

Newgarden goes back-to-back at Indy 500 to give Roger Penske record-extending 20th win
10 months ago

Newgarden goes back-to-back at Indy 500 to give Roger Penske record-extending 20th win

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Josef Newgarden once again brought his victorious Team Penske car to a stop on the Yard of Bricks at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Newgarden put the cheating scandal behind him to become the first back-to-back winner of the Indy 500 since Helio Castroneves 22 years ago and give Roger Penske a record-extending 20th win in the biggest race in …

Josef Newgarden holds off Pato O’Ward to win Indy 500 for second straight year
10 months ago

Josef Newgarden holds off Pato O’Ward to win Indy 500 for second straight year

LA Times  

Josef Newgarden put his cheating scandal behind him to become the first back-to-back winner of the Indianapolis 500 since Helio Castroneves 22 years ago and give Roger Penske a record-extending 20th win in “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing.” The Tennessean passed Pato O’Ward on the final lap of Sunday’s rain-delayed race to become the first driver to win consecutive 500s …

Indy 500 takeaways: Josef Newgarden repeats as winner with bold pass, joins elite group
10 months ago

Indy 500 takeaways: Josef Newgarden repeats as winner with bold pass, joins elite group

New York Times  

Josef Newgarden completed a daring pass to the outside of Pato O’Ward on the final lap to win the rain-delayed Indianapolis 500 on Sunday. As Newgarden and O’Ward sped down the frontstretch taking the white flag, O’Ward completed a slingshot pass of Newgarden, who then attempted his own slingshot pass as they raced into Turn 3. GO DEEPER At Indy …

Drivers who try the Indy 500-NASCAR 600 double have had mixed results. Kyle Larson is next
10 months ago

Drivers who try the Indy 500-NASCAR 600 double have had mixed results. Kyle Larson is next

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Only four drivers have attempted one of the most grueling days in motorsports: the 1,100-mile Memorial Day weekend double. A look at the previous efforts: John Andretti Total double attempts: One At Indianapolis: Started 10th, finished 10th At Charlotte: Started ninth, finished 36th Total laps completed: 416 The skinny: The nephew of racing great Mario Andretti and cousin …

Josef Newgarden was on top of the world after winning the Indy 500. This year feels much different
10 months ago

Josef Newgarden was on top of the world after winning the Indy 500. This year feels much different

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — A social media post designed to introduce drivers in the Indianapolis 500 to the general public put Josef Newgarden in an awkward light when the reigning race winner was asked a simple question. Newgarden returns to the speedway for Sunday’s race as the defending Indy 500 winner but caught in a cheating scandal that has damaged his pristine …

Team Penske locks out Indy 500 front row qualifying as Larson makes ‘Greatest Spectacle in Racing’
10 months ago

Team Penske locks out Indy 500 front row qualifying as Larson makes ‘Greatest Spectacle in Racing’

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — For more than a month, Will Power has all but guaranteed that Team Penske would win the pole for the Indianapolis 500. Power remaining convinced though, even after Penske suspended four team employees including Team Penske president Tim Cindric, the strategist for defending Indy 500 winner Newgarden. McLaughlin in the famed “Yellow Submarine” entry led a Team Penske …

Penske suspends Cindric and 3 others in the wake of a cheating scandal ahead of the Indianapolis 500
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Penske suspends Cindric and 3 others in the wake of a cheating scandal ahead of the Indianapolis 500

Associated Press  

Roger Penske has suspended the president of Team Penske along with three others for the next two races for their roles in the cheating scandal that has rocked IndyCar ahead of the Indianapolis 500. “That’s a big deal, a significant impact to the team, to the individuals involved,” Penske told the AP of the Indy 500 being included in the …

Josef Newgarden stripped of season-opening IndyCar victory for manipulating push-to-pass system
11 months ago

Josef Newgarden stripped of season-opening IndyCar victory for manipulating push-to-pass system

Associated Press  

Team Penske was dealt a humiliating disqualification Wednesday when reigning Indianapolis 500 winner Josef Newgarden was stripped of his victory in the IndyCar season-opening race for manipulating his push-to-pass system. “I’ve emulated Roger Penske for many years on and off the track, so today’s news is quite a disappointment for me,” rival team owner Chip Ganassi told the AP. “Beginning …

Analysis: Kyle Larson settling in quickly as preparation continues for Indianapolis 500 debut
11 months, 1 week ago

Analysis: Kyle Larson settling in quickly as preparation continues for Indianapolis 500 debut

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Kyle Larson said all the right things after completing 43 laps around Indianapolis Motor Speedway as part of his preparation for his debut next month in “The Greatest Spectacle of Racing.” He was glad he completed the rookie orientation last October and didn’t have to deal with that last week during the open test for the Indianapolis …

Penske, Newgarden pick up Indy 500 trophies. Latest Borg-Warner is record-extending 19th for Penske
1 year, 2 months ago

Penske, Newgarden pick up Indy 500 trophies. Latest Borg-Warner is record-extending 19th for Penske

Associated Press  

Roger Penske received his record-extending 19th Indianapolis 500 trophy at a Tuesday reception in Michigan alongside winner Josef Newgarden, who needed 12 tries to earn his first Borg-Warner. Replicas called a “baby Borg” are later presented to the winning driver and team owner, and the presentation at The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn is essentially Newgarden’s final duty in a …

Gil de Ferran, Indianapolis 500 winner and Brazilian icon, dies at 56
1 year, 2 months ago

Gil de Ferran, Indianapolis 500 winner and Brazilian icon, dies at 56

Associated Press  

Gil de Ferran, the 2003 Indianapolis 500 winner and holder of the closed-course land speed record, died Friday while racing with his son at The Concourse Club in Florida, multiple former colleagues confirmed to The Associated Press. FILE - Gil de Ferran, of Brazil, negotiates Turn 12 and grabs pole position Aug. 15, 2009, for the American Le Mans Series …

Roger Penske pumps brakes on NASCAR champ Ryan Blaney’s Indy 500 ambitions. Larson to attempt double
1 year, 3 months ago

Roger Penske pumps brakes on NASCAR champ Ryan Blaney’s Indy 500 ambitions. Larson to attempt double

Associated Press  

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — One NASCAR championship down and Ryan Blaney already has his eyes on another prize. Roger Penske said Thursday that NASCAR’s reigning Cup champion had inquired about someday running “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” but “The Captain” pumped the brakes. “It’s interesting to me that Blaney said to me that he’d looked to go to Indy,” Penske said …

Detroit Grand Prix provides IndyCar drivers with fresh start after Indy 500
1 year, 9 months ago

Detroit Grand Prix provides IndyCar drivers with fresh start after Indy 500

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Grand Prix, coming off Josef Newgarden’s win at the Indianapolis 500, provides drivers and teams with a chance for a fresh start for the rest of the season. “We have to define quickly what the problems were and how we’re going to put solutions in place.” The Detroit Grand Prix will present 27 drivers, and their …

Blaney wins Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte to end winless drought
1 year, 9 months ago

Blaney wins Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte to end winless drought

Associated Press  

CONCORD, N.C. — Jumping into the crowd to celebrate a big race victory appears to have become a Team Penske thing. Ryan Blaney held off William Byron to win the rescheduled Coca-Cola 600 on Monday at Charlotte Speedway, giving team owner Roger Penske a sweep of the Memorial Day weekend’s top races in the United States. “You start to get …

Column: Indy 500’s ending creates controversy and conspiracies
1 year, 9 months ago

Column: Indy 500’s ending creates controversy and conspiracies

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — It’s called “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” because the Indianapolis 500 is supposed to be one of the most dramatic and difficult races in the world. The controversial ending to the 107th running of the Indy 500 gave Josef Newgarden the win, and Newgarden drives for Roger Penske, who owns the race and Indianapolis Motor Speedway. IndyCar ran …

Josef Newgarden finally relishes an Indy 500 win after so many disappointments
1 year, 9 months ago

Josef Newgarden finally relishes an Indy 500 win after so many disappointments

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — In the slow buildup to the Indianapolis 500, Josef Newgarden talked openly about having to put on a brave face when he would arrive at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, and how so many failures in the race that mattered most had weighed on him. William Behrends, the sculptor who will craft Newgarden’s face on the Borg-Warner Trophy, took reference …

Josef Newgarden wins his first Indy 500, gives Roger Penske his 19th victory
1 year, 9 months ago

Josef Newgarden wins his first Indy 500, gives Roger Penske his 19th victory

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis 500 is the one race Josef Newgarden desperately wanted to win. Newgarden finally broke through Sunday, though, winning the Indy 500 to extend team owner Roger Penske’s record to 19 victories — and the first since he bought Indianapolis Motor Speedway. I knew I could.” Ericsson finished second in a Honda for Chip Ganassi Racing, and …

Dixon aims for second Indy 500 win while rueing so many close calls
1 year, 10 months ago

Dixon aims for second Indy 500 win while rueing so many close calls

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Scott Dixon started on the pole for the Indianapolis 500 a year ago, quickly went to the front and led 95 laps, and there was every reason to believe he would finally kiss the bricks for the second time after 14 years of trying. There’s been three or four of those,” said Dixon, who qualified sixth for Sunday’s …

4 years after missing Indy 500 with Alonso, McLaren Racing very much a contender
1 year, 10 months ago

4 years after missing Indy 500 with Alonso, McLaren Racing very much a contender

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — It is hard to be an introvert among the bodacious characters of Arrow McLaren Racing. But Felix Rosenqvist, who readily admits he “was closed as a shell” when he joined McLaren for the start of the 2021 season, is having a blast with firecracker teammate Pato O’Ward and wild-card boss Zak Brown as they rebuild the team’s brand …

Pressure building on Team Penske to get Indianapolis 500 results
1 year, 10 months ago

Pressure building on Team Penske to get Indianapolis 500 results

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Will Power and Scott McLaughlin joined Josef Newgarden behind a table draped in a checked flag Wednesday, the trio of IndyCar drivers the very definition of focus. Anticipating the start, all three dove into the work, moments before the emcee yelled, “Go!” That sums up the competitive atmosphere at Team Penske, though, that at a community event days …

Ericsson, Dixon keep Ganassi atop Indianapolis 500 speed chart for 2nd day
1 year, 10 months ago

Ericsson, Dixon keep Ganassi atop Indianapolis 500 speed chart for 2nd day

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Defending Indianapolis 500 winner Marcus Ericsson looked like a double threat in Indianapolis 500 practice Thursday. Ericsson’s teammate, Scott Dixon, had the second-fastest overall lap for the second straight day, giving Chip Ganassi Racing another one-two finish. Thursday’s boost could put Ericsson in a stronger position to become the sixth driver in Indy history to record back-to-back wins, …

Alex Palou wins Indianapolis Grand Prix, moves into IndyCar points lead
1 year, 10 months ago

Alex Palou wins Indianapolis Grand Prix, moves into IndyCar points lead

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Alex Palou sent an early message by aggressively passing pole-winner Christian Lundgaard on the first lap of the Indianapolis Grand Prix. “We missed a little bit in qualifying, but we knew we had a fast car,” Palou said after producing IndyCar’s widest victory margin since his 30-second season-ending win in 2022. He’s also the series’ only driver to …

500 winner Ericsson intends to stay in IndyCar title picture
1 year, 11 months ago

500 winner Ericsson intends to stay in IndyCar title picture

Associated Press  

In the days leading up to the IndyCar season-opening race, Chip Ganassi made clear that Marcus Ericsson was a valued member of the organization. Ericsson then went on to win the March 5 race on the downtown streets of St. Petersburg, Florida, with a late pass of Pato O’Ward to pick up the fourth win of his IndyCar career. He …

Kyle Larson to try Indy 500-Coca-Cola 600 double in 2024
2 years, 2 months ago

Kyle Larson to try Indy 500-Coca-Cola 600 double in 2024

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Kyle Larson will attempt to race the Indianapolis 500 next year with McLaren Racing in a joint effort with NASCAR team owner Rick Hendrick. His entry with McLaren will be co-owned by Hendrick and “Competing at the Indianapolis 500 is a dream of mine and something I’ve wanted to do for a very long time — since …

Dixon still in IndyCar title fight despite Indy 500 gaffe
2 years, 6 months ago

Dixon still in IndyCar title fight despite Indy 500 gaffe

Associated Press  

MONTEREY, Calif. — Scott Dixon knows IndyCar’s tightest championship race in nearly 20 years would have probably been long decided if not for a rare gaffe by “The Iceman” in the Indianapolis 500. Will Power is the points leader headed into Sunday’s season finale, a five-driver battle that is the tightest in IndyCar since 2003 when the series was called …

Newgarden hit with grid penalty in tight IndyCar title fight
2 years, 6 months ago

Newgarden hit with grid penalty in tight IndyCar title fight

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — As IndyCar speeds into the final two races of its season and the tightest championship race in nearly two decades, a top contender has taken an early hit. “Hopefully it’s not a huge negative and I don’t think it will be.” Will Power holds the IndyCar points lead with two races remaining — this Sunday at Portland …

NASCAR and IndyCar intersect at Indianapolis extravaganza
2 years, 7 months ago

NASCAR and IndyCar intersect at Indianapolis extravaganza

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Now is the time to tune into American motorsports, on display all weekend at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, where NASCAR and IndyCar intersect with both series embroiled in turmoil. Two-time IndyCar champion Josef Newgarden was cleared to compete on the road course on Indy’s hallowed grounds after successfully completing Friday morning practice and passing a third medical evaluation. “I …

Newgarden continues Penske dominance at Iowa with 4th win
2 years, 8 months ago

Newgarden continues Penske dominance at Iowa with 4th win

Associated Press  

NEWTON, Iowa — Josef Newgarden was furious when he was beaten by his teammate for the pole at Iowa Speedway. “But that does not guarantee tomorrow’s race.” Team Penske drivers have won six of the last seven races at Iowa, which landed local grocer Hy-Vee as title sponsor of the doubleheader entertainment extravaganza that includes a pair of races and …

Scott Dixon ties Mario Andretti with 52nd career IndyCar win
2 years, 8 months ago

Scott Dixon ties Mario Andretti with 52nd career IndyCar win

Associated Press  

TORONTO — Scott Dixon had been waiting more than a year to join Mario Andretti in second place on IndyCar’s career wins list. The six-time series champion finally snapped a 22-race winless streak Sunday when he held off pole sitter Colton Herta and Felix Rosenqvist on a late restart to win in the series’ return to Canada following a three-year …

AUTO RACING: NASCAR heads to Illinois; IndyCar to Detroit
2 years, 9 months ago

AUTO RACING: NASCAR heads to Illinois; IndyCar to Detroit

Associated Press  

All Times Eastern NASCAR CUP SERIES Enjoy Illinois 300 Site: Madison, Illinois. Schedule: Friday, practice, 5:05 p.m.; Saturday, qualifying, 11 a.m.; Sunday, race, 3:30 p.m.. Track: World Wide Technology Raceway. Last race: Denny Hamlin outraced Joe Gibbs Racing teammate Kyle Busch in overtime to win the Coca-Cola 600 for his second victory of the season and 48th of his career. …

Jimmie Johnson wrecks late in Indianapolis 500 debut
2 years, 9 months ago

Jimmie Johnson wrecks late in Indianapolis 500 debut

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Jimmie Johnson said a few prayers when he wrecked late in his Indianapolis 500 debut with his teammate in the lead. Instead, the wreck only spoiled Johnson’s race — Ericsson held on after the delay and pulled away for the Indy 500 win for Chip Ganassi Racing. Johnson was pulled tight by Indianapolis 500 great Dario Franchitti for …

Rossi salvages top finish in another tough 500 for Andretti
2 years, 9 months ago

Rossi salvages top finish in another tough 500 for Andretti

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Alexander Rossi salvaged one solid result for Andretti Autosport. “Now all you can think about is what if didn’t happen.” Grosjean was one of three drivers who spun going through the track’s tricky second turn, hitting the outside wall about halfway through the race. Marco Andretti suddenly found himself out front for three laps late when other drivers …

An Indy 500 ending to forget for 6-time series champ Dixon
2 years, 9 months ago

An Indy 500 ending to forget for 6-time series champ Dixon

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Scott Dixon answered a few questions and started to trudge down pit road when he realized he forgot someone: His wife. Another Ganassi teammate, Marcus Ericsson, won the Indy 500 after Dixon’s error, and close friend and teammate Tony Kanaan crossed the finish line in third. Dixon was 21st, his fourth-worst finish at IndyCar’s signature event and is …

Penske ready for 300,000 guests in a full-capacity Indy 500
2 years, 10 months ago

Penske ready for 300,000 guests in a full-capacity Indy 500

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Roger Penske motioned toward the turn four grandstands at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Penske took ownership of Indianapolis Motor Speedway just two months before the pandemic closed the country, and only now, in his third Indianapolis 500 as promoter, can he throw open the gates and host more than 300,000 guests at “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing.” “I hope …

IndyCar star Newgarden chasing elusive Indianapolis 500 win
2 years, 10 months ago

IndyCar star Newgarden chasing elusive Indianapolis 500 win

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Josef Newgarden has been IndyCar’s most consistent winner over the last eight seasons. Despite consistently ranking among the month’s fastest drivers, working for the most successful team in series history and calling a handful of 500 champions teammates with Team Penske, Newgarden has continued to fall short. Foyt’s seven career series titles are one more than Dixon and …

Quick qualifying run gives Palou another 2nd at Indianapolis
2 years, 10 months ago

Quick qualifying run gives Palou another 2nd at Indianapolis

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Alex Palou gracefully accepted another second-place finish at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Sunday. The Spaniard was runner-up to Helio Castroneves in last year’s Indianapolis 500 and returned to the 2.5-mile oval for Sunday’s final day of qualifying and finished second again. He reached the podium in his third career start with Dale Coyne Racing in 2020, followed that …

Blistering speeds at fastest Indy 500 qualifying since 1996
2 years, 10 months ago

Blistering speeds at fastest Indy 500 qualifying since 1996

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Rain held off long enough on Saturday to complete the first round of qualifying for the Indianapolis 500 on a soupy day that still produced eye-popping speeds not seen in 26 years at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. And Team Penske got bit by the weather when it pulled Scott McLaughlin’s qualifying time late Saturday afternoon and sent him back …

INDY DAY 4: Sato delivers statement with fast lap in wind
2 years, 10 months ago

INDY DAY 4: Sato delivers statement with fast lap in wind

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Takuma Sato was the fastest driver at Indianapolis Motor Speedway before IndyCar drivers were given some extra boost for Friday’s practice. Nineteen of the 33 drivers completed fewer than 15 laps, a list that included 500 winners Scott Dixon, Will Power, Simon Pagenaud and Juan Pablo Montoya, defending series champion Alex Palou of Spain and Colton Herta, who …

INDY DAY 3: Grosjean flirts with wall in Indy 500 practice
2 years, 10 months ago

INDY DAY 3: Grosjean flirts with wall in Indy 500 practice

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Romain Grosjean flirted four times with the wall Thursday while preparing for his Indianapolis 500 debut. He had the same attitude nearly eight hours earlier when he again dismissed Graham Rahal’s recent criticism and suggestion that Grosjean’s aggressive driving is not winning him many friends in the paddock. Grosjean dismissed the criticism when asked by The Associated Press …

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