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Indy 500 History
It's easy to say that auto racing history is made at the Indianapolis 500. But it's probably more accurate to say auto racing history is the Indianapolis 500.
The races are legendary. The 500 miles each year are circular path to immortality for the winner. The place is hallowed ground.
No other race in the world has legends, traditions and statistics like the Indianapolis 500 Mile Race. Its history is rich, vast and entertaining. It is agony and ecstasy. It is triumph and tragedy.
Capture the spirit of "The Greatest Spectacle in Racing" by learning about its storied past, which helps you appreciate its vivid present even more.
Fun Facts Interesting facts about the "Greatest Spectacle in Racing". |
Centennial Era Learn about the Centennial Era of IMS. |
Indy 500 Traditions All the great traditions that surround the Indianapolis 500. |
Historical Stats Look through the times and winners of all 96 runnings of the Indianapolis 500. |
Borg Warner Learn about the most coveted trophy in the world of motorsports. |
- Sat, May 25
Foyt, Unser, Mears Will Be Happy To Welcome Helio Or Dario To Exclusive Club - Sat, May 25
Boston Marathon Runners To Finish Race Sunday At Indy 500 - Sat, May 25
Indy 500 Public Drivers' Meeting Prepares Field For Race Day - Sat, May 25
97th Indianapolis 500 Press Conference - Jim Harbaugh - Fri, May 24
Dario Vs. Helio: The Showdown For Immortality Looms Sunday - MORE HEADLINES
- Fri, May 24
Can Franchitti or Castroneves join 4-time Indy 500 winning trio of Foyt, Unser and Mears? - Sun, May 26
35 will finish their Boston Marathon moments before Indy 500 - Sat, May 25
Former vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin is in Indianapolis for the Indy 500 - Sun, May 26
The stars are out downtown for for 500 Festival parade; Indy 500 Snakepit Ball - MORE INDYSTAR NEWS
