Will Scott Dixon take an overdue second win? Could Helio Castroneves seal a record fifth? And how will Romain Grosjean fare on his debut? IndyCar’s biggest race is this weekend.
Indianapolis 500 articles archive
Dixon grabs pole position for Indy 500 with record-breaking run
IndyCar
Posted onScott Dixon scored his fifth career Indianapolis 500 pole position, with a record-breaking four-lap run averaging 234.046 mph (376.661 kph).
Pictures: Dixon leads Daly and Ilott as Indy 500 testing begins
IndyCar
Posted onTesting for next month’s Indianapolis 500 began yesterday with 32 drivers in action at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, including seven rookies.
Montoya to return as third driver for McLaren SP in Indy 500
IndyCar
Posted onJuan Pablo Montoya will return to drive for McLaren SP in the Indianapolis 500 again this year, the team has confirmed.
IndyCar announces 17 race schedule for 2022 season
IndyCar
Posted onIndyCar’s returns to Toronto and Iowa are confirmed, along with a February start in St. Petersburg, Florida and the 106th Indianapolis 500 on 29 May.
Power expects quicker car in race trim after scraping into Indy 500
IndyCar
Posted onAfter narrowly qualifying for today’s Indianapolis 500, Will Power expects Penske will be more competitive in race trim.
Raikkonen and Latifi go thirsty in Monaco GP after cockpit errors
RaceFans Round-up
Posted onIn the round-up: Raikkonen and Latifi go thirsty in Monaco GP after cockpit errors • Ricciardo’s style doesn’t suit McLaren – Seidl • FRE cuts race by half after it finishes
Power at risk of not starting Indy 500 after first day of qualifying
IndyCar
Posted onThe 2018 Indy 500 winner Will Power is the biggest name not yet qualified for this year’s race, as Scott Dixon was fastest in Saturday qualifying.
Alonso may abandon his bid to win Indianapolis 500 and ‘Triple Crown’
2021 Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix
Posted onFernando Alonso says he is not sure whether he will continue in his effort to win the Indianapolis 500, and complete the ‘Triple Crown’ of motor racing.
All Indy 500 entrants will qualify as 33-car field is confirmed
IndyCar
Posted onFernando Alonso will be spared a repeat of his failure to qualify for last year’s Indianapolis 500 as 33 cars have been confirmed for this year’s race.
IndyCar abandons efforts to allow fans in to Indianapolis 500
IndyCar
Posted onThe 2020 Indianapolis 500 will go ahead on its rescheduled August date, but IndyCar has abandoned efforts to allow fans into the race.
Watch: The Indy 500 at its unforgettable best, today in 1985
It's Not Race Week
Posted onIt’s not race week – but we’ve got another classic motorsport moment for you to enjoy. This week: Mario Andretti and Danny Sullivan’s thrilling Indianapolis 500 scrap, 35 years ago today.
Indianapolis 500 appeals to Norris after iRacing win
IndyCar
Posted onLando Norris says he hopes to try a real IndyCar at some point in the future after winning the series’ iRacing Challenge at his first attempt.
IndyCar confirms 36-car entry list for Indianapolis 500
IndyCar
Posted onIndyCar has confirmed a total of 36 entries for this year’s edition of the Indianapolis 500. The drivers for all bar two of the cars have been revealed.
McLaren reveal Alonso’s car for Indy 500
IndyCar
Posted onMcLaren have revealed the car Fernando Alonso will drive on his return to the Indianapolis 500 this year.
“Amazing” Indy 500 has big appeal for Magnussen
IndyCar
Posted onKevin Magnussen says he is eager to sample oval racing and is keen to follow Fernando Alonso’s lead by tackling the Indianapolis 500.
F1 stars return to recapture Indianapolis success
2014 Indianapolis 500 preview
Posted onF1 stars Juan Pablo Montoya and Jacques Villeneuve are on the grid for Sunday’s Indianapolis 500, which could be the fastest ever.
Chevrolet bid to claim Honda’s Indy 500 crown
2013 Indianapolis 500 preview
Posted onHonda-powered cars have won the Indianapolis 500 for the last nine years. But Chevrolet have claimed the top ten places on the grid for Sunday’s race.
2012 Indianapolis 500 preview: America’s great race gets a new look
IndyCar
Posted onIndyCar’s new chassis and engines promise to provide a spectacular and unpredictable 96th Indianapolis 500. Here’s everything you need to know about Sunday’s great race.
Jean Alesi to race in 2012 Indianapolis 500
IndyCar
Posted onFormer F1 driver Jean Alesi has confirmed he will race in the Indianapolis 500 next year.