Fox Sports Films Announces New Original Documentary Indycar: Anything To Win Premiering May 18 On Fox - Fox Sports Press Pass
Directed and Co-Executive Produced by Emmy Award-Winning Filmmaker Pat Dimon, Documentary Explores the High-Stakes World of the NTT INDYCAR SERIES Through the Lens of Racing's Greatest Prize: The Indy 500
Featuring an All-Star Lineup Including Mario Andretti, Marco Andretti, Scott Dixon, Chip Ganassi, James Hinchcliffe, Tony Kanaan, David Letterman, Josef Newgarden, Pato O'Ward, Álex Palou, Roger Penske, Will Power and Graham Rahal
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LOS ANGELES – In the anticipated lead up to the 109th Running of the Indianapolis 500 (live on FOX, May 25), FOX Sports Films announces today a new original documentary, INDYCAR: ANYTHING TO WIN, celebrating 'The Greatest Spectacle in Racing.'
Premiering Sunday, May 18 (3:00 PM ET, FOX) ahead of the network's coverage of Day 2 of Indianapolis 500 qualifying, INDYCAR: ANYTHING TO WIN is directed and co-executive produced by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Pat Dimon and his A-Frame Productions, and features exclusive never-before-seen interviews with the biggest stars and most iconic names in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, including Mario Andretti, Marco Andretti, Scott Dixon, Chip Ganassi, FOX Sports' own James Hinchcliffe, Tony Kanaan, two-time defending Indy 500 champion Josef Newgarden, Pato O'Ward, Álex Palou, Roger Penske, Will Power and Graham Rahal, with a special appearance by INDYCAR team owner and superfan David Letterman.
'FOX Sports is always looking for stories that go beyond the finish line and INDYCAR: ANYTHING TO WIN brings INDYCAR's biggest names and most unforgettable moments to life like never before,' said Barry Nugent, Vice President, Development & Original Programming, FOX Sports. 'From kissing the bricks to the long walk from the garage to grid, the film captures the heart of the sport and ignites the countdown to the first-ever Indy 500 on FOX.'
Blending rare archival footage, along with the personal stories from drivers, teams, families and fans, INDYCAR: ANYTHING TO WIN takes audiences on a high-speed, behind-the-scenes look inside the world of INDYCAR racing and pulls back the curtain on the relentless pursuit of greatness that defines the NTT INDYCAR SERIES and its superstar drivers as they chase racing glory at the largest single-day spectator sporting event on the planet. From the triumph of victory to the agony of defeat, the film captures an all-or-nothing battle to win where every second counts and only one can be crowned a champion.
'This documentary offers audiences unprecedented access to the stories, moments, and people that have shaped the careers of the biggest names in INDYCAR,' said Pat Dimon, 'INDYCAR: ANYTHING TO WIN' Co-Executive Producer and Founder of A-Frame Productions. 'This is the third year my team and I have had the privilege of documenting the exhilarating world of INDYCAR and we are grateful for the opportunity to delve even deeper into the journeys of these athletes who have reached the pinnacle of their sport. We value FOX Sports' continued partnership and look forward to bringing this project — defined by passion, grit, and the never-ending pursuit of greatness — to screens nationwide.'
The all-star lineup of drivers, legends and celebrities featured in the film include: Mario Andretti – 1969 Indianapolis 500 champion, and one of only two drivers to have won races in Formula One, INDYCAR, the World Sportscar Championship and NASCAR
– 1969 Indianapolis 500 champion, and one of only two drivers to have won races in Formula One, INDYCAR, the World Sportscar Championship and NASCAR Marco Andretti – 2006 Indianapolis 500 and NTT INDYCAR SERIES Rookie of the Year and third-generation driver and grandson of Mario Andretti
– 2006 Indianapolis 500 and NTT INDYCAR SERIES Rookie of the Year and third-generation driver and grandson of Mario Andretti Scott Dixon – Six-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion, 2008 Indianapolis 500 winner, and holds the most wins of any active driver
– Six-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion, 2008 Indianapolis 500 winner, and holds the most wins of any active driver Chip Ganassi – Owner of Chip Ganassi Racing and winner of 23 championships and more than 260 races, including five wins in the Indianapolis 500
– Owner of Chip Ganassi Racing and winner of 23 championships and more than 260 races, including five wins in the Indianapolis 500 James Hinchcliffe – FOX Sports INDYCAR race analyst and 2011 NTT INDYCAR Rookie of the Year
– FOX Sports INDYCAR race analyst and 2011 NTT INDYCAR Rookie of the Year Tony Kanaan – Team Principal for Arrow McLaren, 2004 NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion and 2013 Indianapolis 500 winner
– Team Principal for Arrow McLaren, 2004 NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion and 2013 Indianapolis 500 winner David Letterman – Co-owner of Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing and INDYCAR enthusiast
– Co-owner of Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing and INDYCAR enthusiast Josef Newgarden – Two-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion in 2017 and 2019, and two-time back-to-back Indianapolis 500 winner in 2023 and 2024
– Two-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion in 2017 and 2019, and two-time back-to-back Indianapolis 500 winner in 2023 and 2024 Pato O'Ward – 2018 INDY NXT champion and 2017 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar champion
– 2018 INDY NXT champion and 2017 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar champion Álex Palou – Three-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion, made history as the first Spaniard to win an INDYCAR title
– Three-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion, made history as the first Spaniard to win an INDYCAR title Roger Penske – Founder and Chairman, Penske Corporation, owner of Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the NTT INDYCAR SERIES
– Founder and Chairman, Penske Corporation, owner of Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the NTT INDYCAR SERIES Will Power – Two-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion in 2014 and 2022 and 2018 Indianapolis 500 winner
– Two-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion in 2014 and 2022 and 2018 Indianapolis 500 winner Graham Rahal – Six-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES winner, made history as the second-youngest driver to win an INDYCAR race and pole position
INDYCAR: ANYTHING TO WIN is executive produced by Pat Dimon, Dan DiStefano and Adam Marinelli of A-Frame Productions, along with Eric Shanks and Nugent from FOX Sports This special continues a successful collaboration between A-Frame Productions and Penske Entertainment. Ariana Rotstein, Carl Hansen, Michael Vayder and Rita O'Dea from FOX Sports serve as producers.
FOX Sports Films is dedicated to presenting captivating global sports documentaries through an unconventional and entertaining lens. Working with FOX Sports' league and conference partners, the brand produces original programming, connecting live sports events to sports culture.
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