Stories tagged with "Indy500"

Indy 500 moments: The race by indystar

March 20, 1909 — Carl Fisher and partners incorporate Indianapolis Motor Speedway, planning to create a test track to support the state’s growing automobile industry.... – May 09, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Indy Racing League

Indy 500 moments: Victories by indystar

May 30, 1911—The Indy racing tradition begins as Ray Harroun wins the “International Sweepstakes.” His Marmon “Wasp” is reported to be the first car... – May 09, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Indy Racing League

Indy 500 moments: Shaw helped save the track by indystar

Wilbur Shaw could have been known as just a local boy who became a legendary race car driver. The Hoosier native won the Indianapolis 500 in 1937, ’39 and ’40. And he... – May 09, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Indy Racing League

Indy 500 moments: No. 4 still so special by indystar

Rick Mears refers to his record-tying fourth Indianapolis 500 victory in 1991 as his favorite because he had to withstand a late challenge from a motivated Michael Andretti.... – May 09, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Indy Racing League

IRL chaplain ministers to the needs of the racing community by Bruce Smith

IRL chaplain Bob Hills ministers to the needs of the racing community Bob Hills travels with some pretty fast company in a sport that thrives on speed and pressure. He is there to... – May 09, 2009 at 12:47 AM in Faith & Values

Andretti turns fastest lap, but is he quickest? by Curt Cavin

While Marco Andretti shot to the top of the speed chart Thursday as full field practice began for the 93rd Indianapolis 500, reigning champion Scott Dixon did his best to shoot... – May 08, 2009 at 1:38 AM in Indy Racing League

More mature Patrick controls emotions by Steve Ballard

The newest spokeswoman for the milk industry never is going to let herself be cowed by anyone, but Danica Patrick is making a concerted effort this season to keep her emotions... – May 08, 2009 at 1:35 AM in Indy Racing League

Speedway still going strong at 100 by indystar

She looks pretty strong, the 100-year-old grand dame. Sure, she has had a little bit of work done over the years — OK, a lot of work, maybe more than Joan Rivers — but... – May 08, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Bob Kravitz

Vasser's team mixes youth, experience by Curt Cavin

Jimmy Vasseris young enough to remember what an Indy-car driver wants and experienced enough to know what a team needs. It appears he has mixed the two well at Indianapolis-based... – May 08, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Indy Racing League

Helio's back in Indy, says not going anywhere by Curt Cavin

Team owner Roger Penske couldn’t wait to tell Helio Castroneves that Paul Tracy has been “whining” about losing the 2002 Indianapolis 500, but Castroneves wanted... – May 07, 2009 at 2:08 AM in Indy Racing League

Rain puts damper on Franchitti's race preparation by Steve Ballard

Dario Franchittiwas back in familiar surroundings Wednesday, not so much because of the place or the people, but because of the weather. “I know I’m back in... – May 07, 2009 at 1:29 AM in Indy Racing League

21st St. bridge reopens -- just in time by Bruce Smith

The new West 21st Street bridge over I-465 has reopened just in time for Indianapolis 500 fans looking for back roads into the Speedway area and today’s opening day at the track.... – May 06, 2009 at 12:41 PM in News

Kanaan leads pack in search of 1st Indy 500 win by Curt Cavin

Tony Kanaan has never won an Indianapolis 500 despite leading in each of his seven races. This year he’s the IndyCar Series points leader heading to Indianapolis Motor... – May 03, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Indy Racing League

Duno back on IRL roster for Kansas race by Curt Cavin

Milka Dunowill rejoin the IndyCar Series this weekend in preparation for the race at Kansas Speedway. Duno, a veteran of 18 series races over the past two season, will partner with... – Apr 24, 2009 at 3:41 PM in Indy Racing League

Helio to race in Long Beach Sunday by Curt Cavin

LONG BEACH, Calif. — Helio Castroneves will be back on the job immediately, his employer said today. The Brazilian who was cleared of federal tax evasion charges in Miami... – Apr 17, 2009 at 5:34 PM in Motorsports

Paul Tracy confirmed for Indy 500 by Curt Cavin

LONG BEACH, Calif. — Paul Tracy was confirmed to compete in next month’s Indianapolis 500, and he stressed he’s on a mission. He wants to win. Second place... – Apr 17, 2009 at 4:56 PM in Motorsports

Sharp signs with Panther for 500 by Curt Cavin

Scott Sharp is back in the IndyCar Series, at least for next month’s Indianapolis 500. The co-champion of the inaugural season in 1996 has signed a deal to drive for Panther... – Apr 09, 2009 at 4:32 PM in Indy Racing League

Musical Line up for Indy 500/Month of May at the track most recent comment by frogmajik

Cool, thanks for the heads up. – May 12, 2008 at 9:34 AM

Tailgating tastes by kissZcook

Monday May 19th @ 6:30pm $75per person Kiss Z Cook 890 E. 116th St. Ste. 125 www.kisszcook.com kiss@kisszcook.com 317-815-0681 Tailgating tips and hints for The... – Apr 09, 2008 at 1:47 PM in Talk