Motorsports icon Parnelli Jones, whose remarkable IndyCar career spanned decades, has passed away at the age of 90 after a battle with Parkinson’s disease. Jones is best remembered for his historic 1963 Indianapolis 500 victory and his dominance in USAC open-wheel racing during the 1960s.
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The anticipation for the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500 is palpable, with Team Penske’s Scott McLaughlin setting the fastest-ever pole speed. McLaughlin will be joined on the front row by teammates Will Power and Josef Newgarden, marking the first time a team has locked out the front row at Indy since 1988. Eight former Indy winners are in the field, with Helio Castroneves hoping to make history with a record-breaking fifth 500 win.
IndyCar veteran Marco Andretti is gears up for his 19th consecutive start at the Indianapolis 500 this May, once again teaming up with Andretti Global’s #98 car for a one-off affair. The 36-year-old Nazareth, PA native has a storied history at the iconic Speedway, with four top-three finishes, including a remarkable second-place finish in his 2006 rookie season.
Kyle Larson will become the fifth driver to attempt ‘The Double’ this Memorial Day Weekend, following in the footsteps of legends like Tony Stewart and Kurt Busch. Indycar experts believe Larson and other top NASCAR talents like Ryan Blaney, Chase Elliott, and Christopher Bell have the skills to successfully complete the iconic 1,100-mile challenge.
Callum Ilott has been making the most of his opportunities with Arrow McLaren in the 2024 IndyCar season, including a strong performance at the Indianapolis 500. With his impressive showings, Ilott has emerged as a top contender for a 2025 seat with the team, according to team owner Zak Brown.
Patricio O’Ward, the 25-year-old Mexican IndyCar driver, is facing a tough time ahead of the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500. As the IndyCar 2023 season reaches its peak, O’Ward’s chances of winning the coveted race are diminishing due to an unidentified issue with his Arrow McLaren Chevrolet car.
This Sunday, the IndyCar season reaches its pinnacle with the 108th edition of the legendary Indianapolis 500, as 33 cars battle for one of motorsport’s most coveted prizes. The field features a NASCAR Cup champion, defending champion Josef Newgarden, and an impressive lineup of rookies, setting the stage for an unforgettable event.