Indianapolis 500 History
Race Day Stats
More than one-hundred Indianapolis 500 Mile Races have taken place since 1911. In this section, dig into the results from every year, compare yearly race summaries, view all-time track records and the many records set during the running of the Indianapolis 500.
Qualifying Stats
Before taking the green flag on race day, you must make the field. In this section, view one-lap and four-lap qualifying records, poles by car number, and the many records set during qualifying for the Indianapolis 500 Mile Race.
Driver Stats
Foyt. Unser. Mears. Castroneves. The names you know and some you might soon discover. The heroes of "The Greatest Spectacle in Racing" are detailed in this section. Research stats for each driver that has participated in the Indianapolis 500, winning combinations, top-ten lists, records and milestones from more than 100 years of history.
Fun Facts
There are many, many ways to look at the history of the Indianapolis 500. Who won the Pit Stop Challenge in 1983? What rain delays have postponed or even shortened the race? What vehicle paced the field in 1949? Learn these answers and many more fun facts in this section.