2022 106th Indianapolis 500 Pre-Race Thread

[FLRacingFan]

Do they still do the formula lights race or whatever they called them, on friday, or is that not even a thing anymore? That was the best race of the week.

The Freedom 100 has not been on the calendar the last two seasons, unfortunately. But it may not have mattered since it looks like Carb Day will be a complete washout at this moment.

USF2000 and Indy Pro 2000 still run at IRP ahead of the USAC races on Carb Night, but those certainly aren’t as interesting.

 

[gnomesayin]

I'm OK with and maybe even in favor of the big cars being the only cars that ever hit the Speedway in May.

I can see the argument for the Freedom 100, but unlike others I don't really miss it, and I was never a fan of watching underpowered cars flat foot it around the big track.

I think beefing up ties to and cross promotion of the USAC events would be cool, but USAC itself is in a bit of a strange place right now.

 

[nickp]

We all need to pray for the rain to stay away for Carb Day tomorrow

 

[FLRacingFan]

 

[RHRFan#1]

Additionally, Doug Boles said this morning that less than 10k seats in the grandstands are all that's left. that's very encouraging. Can't wait to see the packed house again.

 

[Speedbowl14]

Additionally, Doug Boles said this morning that less than 10k seats in the grandstands are all that's left. that's very encouraging. Can't wait to see the packed house again.

I love the shots of the telecasts from the 1980s when the infield was 50-100 feet wide of spectators all the way around the track

 

[StandOnIt]

 

[StandOnIt]

 

[FLRacingFan]

 

[Nitro Dude]

Here's an actual response list I like Rahals
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I think whole milk and a nice piece of cake would taste pretty good after 500 miles at over 200 mph.

 

[Hotrod]

I dont care too much if the pit stop competition gets rained out
but the cars really need to get on track for at least 30 mins to an hour.
Hopefully soon. Cars being pushed to pit road now.

 

[RHRFan#1]

virtually all 33 cars on pitlane right now. Track looks dry to me, i'd guess it gets started in less than 25 minutes.

 

[FLRacingFan]

Not what you want to see on Carb Day

 

[Hotrod]

Whew .... did not see that coming . 2 destroyed cars on Carb day.

 

[Nitro Dude]

I would love to see JJ get a win on his first try at Indy, but a part of me would also like to see Helio make history if he could somehow manage to do what no man or women has been able to do yet. 5

 

[Tony_K]

Wow. So Herta makes that great save on the Indy road course and now has a big crash on the oval. Glad he's alright. That's enough excitement outta him for awhile.

 

[Doc Austin]

If this is what they do on carb day, what's the race going to look like?

 

[Jorge De Guzman]

Roger Penske is an American Treasure

 

[StandOnIt]

Didn't spill a drop

 

[donthaveanickname]

Anyone know if the race will be shown live on Peacock? I know it's still blacked out on local TV, but was curious about Peacock. I can't find any firm information regarding it.

 

[FLRacingFan]

Hope this dude can put on a show. Probably going to be tough with that backup though.

 

[2 Sweet]

I got the fridge fully loaded for the next couple days. Hotdogs, burgers, brats, beer, and more booze in the freezer. I'm ready

 

[Hotrod]

Didn't spill a drop

A really bad case of the "earth tilts".

 

[Greg]

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In Emerson Fittipaldi 1993 insulted the milk by drinking orange juice in victory lane.

Indianapolis 500 Fans Booed Winner Emerson Fittipaldi for the Oddest Reason

Brazil's Emerson Fittipaldi captured his second Indianapolis 500 victory in 1993 and stirred up controversy by drinking orange juice on victory lane.

www.sportscasting.com

 

[Speedbowl14]

I got the fridge fully loaded for the next couple days. Hotdogs, burgers, brats, beer, and more booze in the freezer. I'm ready

Beautiful. Vodka and San pellegrino is my favorite mixed-ish drink

 

[hmmm298]

I got the fridge fully loaded for the next couple days. Hotdogs, burgers, brats, beer, and more booze in the freezer. I'm ready

Needs more beer.

 

[Jimmy W1]

Well, it's 11:30 here. I just woke up from a little nap. I'll be leavin' here about 1:30 to pick up my son and head on over to the track. We'll get there about 4 a.m. and have breakfast from McDonalds in the car and try to be one of the first ones in line at the gate.

I've been thinking-this might be my last year going over. I love going over but at 75 years old and with crippled legs, it's getting rough to make it.

I get a Lot pass so I can park close to the track which means we have to fight the traffic going home. (First ones in, last ones out type of deal) So, several years ago I started grilling steaks the night before (like I did earlier tonight) and I'll take the Coleman stove and sit under the trees and warm our steaks with some green beans and mashed potatoes. Then we sit and eat while the lines of cars try unsuccessfully to get out of the place for a couple of hours.

And there's also the problem of fighting off 100,000 drunks all day long who have no idea where they're at.

But anyway I'll be thinking of you guys.

 

[Jimmy W1]

Here's a neat writeup on every Indy 500 pace car and driver from 1911-2022

Every Indy 500 pace car and driver 1911-2022

www.motorsport.com

I know my 1978 Corvette was the pace car one year , but I can't remember which year it was.

 

[Tim_Richmond_Fan]

The cannon has sounded, fireworks launched. A beautiful morning in the north 40 lot. It's race day!

 

[Greg]

Currently primitive camping just the little woman, the dog, and me.

My first non racing mémorial day in about 50 years going back to radio only live coverage. Will be hitting up the DVR on Wednesday

 

[Charlie Spencer]

Currently primitive camping

Where, if you don't mind answering. Obviously somewhere with a signal.

 

[Tim_Richmond_Fan]

Just me and a few hundred thousand of my friends. What a gorgeous day for racing. I hope everyone enjoys their race day.

 

[Pat]

Woot! Scott Dixon is my fav

 

[Greg]

Currently primitive camping just the little woman, the dog, and me.

My first non racing mémorial day in about 50 years going back to radio only live coverage. Will be hitting up the DVR on Wednesday

Pigeon Forge river campground.
In Hartford Tenn (about 45 min from town Pigeon Forge Tenn). They have WiFi and even 5g Cell signal.

Fixing to do some white water rafting.

 

[Nitro Dude]

Just me and a few hundred thousand of my friends. What a gorgeous day for racing. I hope everyone enjoys their race day.

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Danica, JR, and Rutledge are there hanging out with you too.

 

[Charlie Spencer]

Pigeon Forge river campground.
In Hartford Tenn (about 45 min from town Pigeon Forge Tenn). They have WiFi and even 5g Cell signal.

Fixing to do some white water rafting.

Good stuff! Watch out for the Class 5s, and stay alert for banjo music!

 

[Speedbowl14]

Seriously considering attending next year's race. Biggest non-skiing bucket list item I have. I can't hear Back Home in Indiana without getting goosebumps so I think it's time

 

[Charlie Spencer]

I stand and render a salute tor 'Taps' every year; it's a reflex

 

[Charlie Spencer]

T-birds! Big Boy flyover this year!

 

[FLRacingFan]

I don’t think there’s another sporting event that does the pre-race/game better than the Indy 500.