Rivals seek validation at Indianapolis 500 showdown
Michael Andretti and Al Unser Jr. race at Indy as age and past disappointments mix with personal turmoil. Andretti eyes a long-awaited win to complete his career while Unser seeks revival amid a turbulent private life and a 1995 comeback memory.
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Indianapolis 500 Draws Vast Crowd at Speedway
The Indianapolis 500 drew more than 350000 spectators, turning the 500 mile race into the world's largest one day sports audience at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Indianapolis 500 media to swarm IMS as race coverage expands
IMS expects 350000 to 400000 spectators with near 1500 credentialed media including TV radio and print. ABC ESPN and local affiliates will televise with 60 to 75 online reporters and international press from Japan Chile Brazil Mexico and France. Race results list top qualifiers and drivers such as Scott Sharp Greg Ray Robby Gordon and Arie Luyendyk among others.
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Hertle Leads Cahill Crew In Indy 500 Prep
Kevin Hertle, promoted to Crew Chief of the Cahill Racing Team, oversees chassis setup and pre race duties as Indy 500 preparations continue. The 36 year old Iowa native handles tasks from truck driving to car setup while mentoring new crew members.
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Indianapolis 500 Race Facts and Records Summary
This feature outlines the 85th Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway with 500 miles and 200 laps on a brick track. It notes the Indy Racing League sanction, entry details, engine_specs, pace car, TV coverage, start time, entrants, records, purse, crowd estimates, and historic fatalities, highlighting winner Juan Montoya and pole winner Scott Sharp.
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Ganassi Faces Heavy Load with Four Cars at Indy
Chip Ganassi’s team must manage four cars at Indianapolis with drivers Jimmy Vasser Tony Stewart Bruno Junqueira and Nicolas Minassian. Relief plans moved as Stewart races elsewhere Richie Hearn stands by.
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