Editor's note: The following has been re-published every year since we first posted it, in 2008, during the run-up to the Indianapolis 500. Enjoy! The Indianapolis 500 is the world's highest attended single day event. Its total capacity is approximately 400,000 with about 125,000 located in the cheapest and most "festive" seats- the infield. … [Read more...] about Worst (or Best) of the Indianapolis 500 Infield People Watching
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Caitlin Clark Named Grand Marshall for 2026 Indianapolis 500
With the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 comes this Sunday, and just a few minutes ago, we got official confirmation on the identity of the next Grand Marshal. Caitlin Clark will lead the sold out Indianapolis Motor Speedway crowd this holiday weekend, helping them get fired up for the start of the race. The two-time WNBA All-Star and face of the Indiana Fever … [Read more...] about Caitlin Clark Named Grand Marshall for 2026 Indianapolis 500
Indy 500 starting point to see rule changes
IndyCar racing officials have decided to eliminate double-file restarts this season at three major ovals: Indianapolis, Texas and Fontana. Race director Beaux Barfield said the decision was made for two reasons: the location of the acceleration point at those particular tracks and drivers' concerns. … [Read more...] about Indy 500 starting point to see rule changes