Indianapolis Motor Speedway News Feed

MotoGP Preview: Grand Prix Of San Marino

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 21:35:51 +0000

There's one MotoGP race to go before the Red Bull Indianapolis GP on Sept. 14 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway -- the Grand Prix of San Marino on Sunday, Aug. 31. Five-time MotoGP World Champion Valentino Rossi will continue his one-on-one duel with reigning World Champion Casey Stoner, and 2006 world champ Nicky Hayden will return to the grid after missing a race due to injury. Live Timing | Event Schedule | IMS Tickets

Experienced Motorcycle Announcers Join IMS Public Address Team

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 22:30:44 +0000

The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Public Address team pairs a veteran group of IMS announcers with experienced, knowledgeable motorcycle racing broadcasters to call the action and excitement of the inaugural Red Bull Indianapolis GP on Sept. 12-14. IMS Tickets

World Champ Hayden Back In Saddle Aug. 31 At San Marino GP

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 18:50:37 +0000

2006 World Champion Nicky Hayden will return to the MotoGP starting grid Aug. 31 at the Grand Prix of San Marino after missing a race due to a heel injury. It's the last MotoGP event before the inaugural Red Bull Indianapolis GP on Sept. 12-14 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. IMS Tickets

Red Bull Indianapolis GPreview Offers Fan Excitement Sept. 11

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 18:31:49 +0000

The Red Bull Indianapolis GPreview on Thursday, Sept. 11 will help fans gear up for the inaugural weekend of MotoGP racing at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. A variety of fan-friendly activities are scheduled during the free Red Bull IndianapolisGPreview, which will take place from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. IMS Tickets

Red Carpet Rolling Out For Fans At Red Bull Indianapolis GP

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:53:08 +0000

Indianapolis will embrace motorcycle riders and celebrate the two-wheeled lifestyle in September when MotoGP comes to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the inaugural Red Bull Indianapolis GP, as a joint community effort is producing a festival of exciting, world-class activities for riders and enthusiasts. 3-2-1: Indy Welcomes Fans | IMS Tickets

Hot Wheels 40th Anniversary Road Trip To Visit IMS Aug. 30

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 19:54:01 +0000

The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum will be one of six stops on Hot Wheels® three-week cross-country road trip celebrating the popular brand's 40th anniversary. A free event open to the public will take place from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30 at the Hall of Fame Museum. Road Trip Web Site | IMS Tickets

Rossi Cruises To Win, Pads Points Lead After Stoner's Fall

Sun, 17 Aug 2008 20:52:43 +0000

When Casey Stoner fell out of the lead of the Grand Prix of the Czech Republic, Valentino Rossi knew his hopes for a sixth MotoGP World Championship were on the rise. Rossi cruised to victory Aug. 17 at the Automotodrom Brno after Stoner fell while leading on Lap 7. Five-time MotoGP World Champion Rossi expanded his lead in the MotoGP standings to 50 points over reigning champ Stoner. IMS Tickets

Tornado Warning: Grand Prix Of Czech Republic

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 23:27:43 +0000

American MotoGP star Colin Edwards is back on the road again after summer break, heading to the Grand Prix of the Czech Republic on Aug. 17. Colin talks about his relaxing break, including his first trip to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the growing rivalry between World Champions Casey Stoner and Valentino Rossi, and more in this edition of the exclusive interview series, Tornado Warning. IMS Tickets

MotoGP Preview: Grand Prix Of Czech Republic

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 22:02:42 +0000

MotoGP is back in action Aug. 15-17 in the Czech Republic after a summer break, with just two races to go before the inaugural Red Bull Indianapolis GP on Sunday, Sept. 14. World Champions Casey Stoner and Valentino Rossi made up publicly Aug. 14 at the Brno Circuit after their rivalry erupted with an intense duel at the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix in July at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. Will that uneasy truce last? Live Timing | Weekend Schedule | IMS Tickets

Top Bike Magazine Names IMS CEO George 'Motorcyclist Of The Year'

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 17:39:10 +0000

Indianapolis Motor Speedway Chief Executive Officer Tony George has been named 2008 "Motorcyclist of the Year" by Motorcyclist, the largest motorcycle magazine in the United States, for his efforts to bring the Red Bull Indianapolis GP MotoGP race to the "Racing Capital of the World." IMS Tickets

2009 Firestone Freedom 100 Scheduled For May 22 At IMS

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 21:56:33 +0000

The seventh annual Firestone Freedom 100 is scheduled for Friday, May 22, 2009 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the marquee event of the 15-race Firestone Indy Lights schedule in 2009. Firestone Indy Lights Web Site | IMS Tickets

Ducati MotoGP Bike On Display At Brickyard Authentics Store

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:32:21 +0000

Racing fans can get an up-close look at a MotoGP motorcycle on display at the Brickyard Authentics Retail Store at the Indianapolis International Airport, as greater Indianapolis and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway gear up for the inaugural Red Bull Indianapolis GP on Sunday, Sept. 14. IMS Tickets

Indy Veterans Andretti, Goldsmith To Join Motorsports Hall Of Fame

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 21:35:09 +0000

Indianapolis 500 veterans Michael Andretti and Paul Goldsmith are two of seven 2008 inductees into the The Motorsports Hall of Fame of America. The 20th annual Induction Ceremony is Wednesday, Aug. 13 in Detroit. IMS Tickets

ABC, IMS Extend Indianapolis 500 Partnership Through 2012

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 16:10:24 +0000

ABC will continue its long-standing relationship with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in 2009 by televising the Indianapolis 500 for the 45th consecutive year, while new Indy Racing League cable television partner VERSUS will provide extensive coverage of all qualifying days. ABC will continue to air the Indianapolis 500 through 2012, extending its relationship with IMS through the track's Centennial Era from 2009-2011. IMS Tickets

Indianapolis 500 Veteran Weld Dies At 64

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 23:03:27 +0000

Richard Gregory "Greg" Weld, a participant in the 1970 Indianapolis 500, 1967 USAC National Sprint Car champion and founder of the hugely successful Weld Wheels, died unexpectedly Aug. 4 in Kansas City, Mo. He was 64.

Riders Can Take Lap Of Champions Sept. 13 At IMS To Benefit Charity

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 19:26:00 +0000

Motorcycle enthusiasts can ride into history Saturday, Sept. 13 by taking a parade lap on the road course at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in the Lap of Champions, a charity event during the inaugural Red Bull Indianapolis GP. Lap of Champions participants will ride around the IMS circuit. Riders can participate in the Lap of Champions at a variety of levels, with proceeds for this Ride for Kids event benefiting the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. Register Online | IMS Tickets

Brickyard Crossing, Bridgestone Golf Reach Exclusive Agreement

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 19:54:02 +0000

Brickyard Crossing Golf Course and Bridgestone Golf have reached an exclusive agreement in which the Golf Shop at the course will sell only the five brands of Bridgestone Golf balls in 2008. BYC Tee Times

Speedy, Smart Pit Work Put Johnson In Position To Win At Brickyard

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 20:07:59 +0000

Instead of going on a fishing trip recently, crew chief Chad Knaus and his crew stayed at the team's shops in Charlotte. N.C., and worked on driver Jimmie Johnson's No. 48 Lowe's Chevrolet in hopes of ending a 12-race losing streak in the Sprint Cup Series. It paid off, big time, as Johnson dominated the Allstate 400 at the Brickyard en route to victory.

Indiana General Honored With Allstate 400 Bricklayer Award

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 19:19:02 +0000

Brigadier General J. Stewart Goodwin, the Assistant Adjutant General, Indiana Air National Guard and Deputy Joint Forces Commander - Air for the Indiana National Guard Joint Forces Headquarters in Indianapolis, was announced as this year's winner of the Allstate® 400 Bricklayer Award for his commitment to excellence in serving as a liaison between the Armed Forces and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Joie Chitwood Statement About 15th Allstate 400 At The Brickyard

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 19:07:33 +0000

A statement from Indianapolis Motor Speedway President and Chief Operating Officer Joie Chitwood about the 15th Allstate 400 at the Brickyard on Sunday, July 27 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.