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Fox Sports
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- Fox Sports
INDYCAR Update on Team Penske Technical Violations
INDYCAR Yesterday, INDYCAR's focus was ensuring that the series had all the facts related to the discovery of the modified attenuators on the Team Penske entries of Nos. 2 and 12 to verify they were in violation of INDYCAR Rule 14.7.8.16. After the series confirmed the technical infraction, by rule, the violating cars were placed in the last positions of the qualifying session for which they qualified. Upon further review last night and early this morning, INDYCAR will be moving cars No. 2 and 12 to the 32nd and 33rd starting positions for this year's Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge. They will start in order based upon their qualifying times from Saturday. 'The integrity of the Indianapolis 500 is paramount, and this violation of the INDYCAR rule against modification to this part and using it 'as supplied' is clear,' INDYCAR President J. Douglas Boles said. 'The penalty should be more than simply starting where the cars might have qualified anyway, if given the opportunity. The cars belong in the field as two of the fastest 33; however, starting on the tail of the field is the appropriate penalty in this instance.' Car No. 3 did not attempt to qualify Sunday in the Top 12 because of an accident in the earlier afternoon's practice. Upon review of the car, and INDYCAR impounding the No. 3 attenuator, INDYCAR found that the car was in fact using a legal and unmodified attenuator. Therefore, car No. 3 will start in the 10th spot – the final spot of those who had qualified to participate in the Top 12. Additionally, INDYCAR is suspending the team strategists for the Nos. 2 and 12 for the remainder of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge, both cars will forfeit Indianapolis 500 qualification points, and each entry has been fined $100,000. Car Nos. 2 and 12 also will forfeit their pit positions and will select their pit boxes after the remainder of the field has an opportunity to adjust accordingly. 'The positive momentum around the NTT INDYCAR SERIES and the Indianapolis 500 has been on a steep crescendo over the last several months, and we want it to be clear that our intent is to maintain that momentum and discourage teams from putting INDYCAR in positions where it calls into the integrity of our officiating and the levelness of the playing field,' Boles said. 'As we look to the remainder of the week and the race this weekend, we will do everything we can to make it clear that this is not only the best racing on the planet but racing where the best win under completely fair conditions.' recommended
Fox Sports
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Fox Sports
Bommarito Automotive Group 500 Moves to Sunday Primetime on FOX
INDYCAR INDYCAR, FOX Sports Announce Several Broadcast Time Updates for 2025 Season FOX Sports and INDYCAR have announced updates to several broadcast start times for the 2025 INDYCAR season, including a move to a night race for the annual NTT INDYCAR SERIES event at World Wide Technology Raceway. The tune-in time for the Father's Day Sunday, June 15 Bommarito Automotive Group 500 is now scheduled for 8 p.m. ET on FOX. It is the first-ever scheduled primetime network NTT INDYCAR SERIES race on a Sunday night. Since its first race in 1997, WWT Raceway has been a fan favorite that has produced intense and thrilling wheel-to-wheel short-track racing, including an event record for most on-track passes in 2024. This year's edition on the 1.25-mile oval is the first scheduled night race at the track since 2019 and the first to air on primetime broadcast television. 'This is a massive primetime showcase under the lights for the stars of the NTT INDYCAR SERIES,' INDYCAR President J. Douglas Boles said. 'This is also a tremendous display of partnership from both FOX Sports and our friends at World Wide Technology Raceway, who've worked with us to generate this exciting opportunity for our sport. Race weekend in St. Louis is just a month away, and fans in venue and around the country are in for a real treat when INDYCAR arrives in town.' Adjustments to broadcast times have also been announced at four other venues. In collaboration with FOX Sports and INDYCAR promoters, the tune-in time adjustments capitalize on opportunities to further build an audience for North America's premier open-wheel series. The NTT INDYCAR SERIES is the only premier motorsports series in North America with all races broadcasting live on network television. So far in 2025, the average race audience has grown 15 percent across the NTT INDYCAR SERIES season, significantly higher than comparable trendlines across professional sports. Updated 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES races (All Times EASTERN): Date Venue TV Previous Time New Time Sunday, June 15 World Wide Technology Raceway FOX 3 p.m. 8 p.m. Sunday, June 22 Road America FOX 3:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. Sunday, July 6 Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course FOX 2 p.m. 1 p.m. Sunday, July 13 Iowa Speedway Race 2 FOX 2 p.m. 1 p.m. Sunday, July 20 Streets of Toronto FOX 2 p.m. Noon The full 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES schedule can be found here. INDY NXT by Firestone Updates With broadcast times adjusted for the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, times for FOX Sports' coverage of INDY NXT by Firestone at three venues also have been updated. As part of the new media rights deal between FOX Sports and INDYCAR announced last June, the entire INDY NXT season is available live on television for the first time. In addition to the new times, the adjusted 2025 schedule moves the race at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course from FS2 to FS1 resulting in 13 of the 14 races of the INDY NXT championship to be featured on that network. INDYCAR NXT by Firestone is also gaining significant momentum through exposure via FS1 and FS2, reaching more than five times its comparable audience from the previous season. Updated 2025 INDY NXT by Firestone Races (All Times EASTERN): Date Venue TV Previous Time New Time Sunday, June 15 World Wide Technology Raceway FS1 Noon 4:30 p.m. Sunday, June 22 Road America FS1 1 p.m. 11 a.m. Sunday, July 6 Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course FS1 11:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. The full 2025 INDY NXT by Firestone schedule can be found here. The next race in the 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES championship is the 109th Running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge Sunday, May 25. Coverage begins at 10 a.m. ET on FOX, FOX Deportes and the FOX Sports app. The award-winning INDYCAR Radio Network is available on SiriusXM channel 218 and the INDYCAR App powered by NTT DATA. recommended
Fox Sports
03-05-2025
- Automotive
- Fox Sports
INDYCAR Announces Race Tire Rule Update for Sonsio Grand Prix
INDYCAR INDYCAR has announced an update to the race tire usage requirements for the Sonsio Grand Prix on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course on Saturday, May 10. For the race, teams will be required to use: Two sets of alternate compound tires (one more than previously required) Two sets of primary compound tires (one more than previously required) There are no requirements in terms of new (sticker) sets of tires used in the race. The two completed laps needed to satisfy the tire requirement rule, where one (1) lap must begin once the Green Flag has been displayed to the Race Leader (Rule 15.3.3.2.3.) for each of the four sets (Rule 15.3.3.2.) remains in effect. The update strives to ensure an all-out, driving on the limit, thrilling and entertaining product for fans and generate even more strategic challenges for North America's premier open-wheel racing series. Additionally – working with Firestone – the current, standard event weekend road and street circuit tire allocation that began this season (five sets of primaries and five sets of alternates) was contemplated with this tire requirement format option in mind. The tire allocation for the IMS road course, the only two-day road and street circuit event on the 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES schedule, remains unchanged at five sets of primaries and four sets of alternates. 'INDYCAR is continually looking into ways to improve an already extraordinary on-track product,' INDYCAR President J. Douglas Boles said. 'Firestone is a terrific partner, and their higher degradation alternate tire has given strategists plenty to think about on road and street circuits this year. We expect this update will challenge teams and drivers even more.' In an additional move to ensure more robust on-track activity during the Sonsio Grand Prix event, Practice 2 on the IMS road course will be adjusted from a limited green flag guarantee of 45 minutes to 35. Following the event on the IMS road course, INDYCAR will review both updated procedures and evaluate its use for future races. Coverage of the Sonsio Grand Prix, round five of the 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES championship, begins at 4:30 p.m. ET Saturday, May 10 on FOX, the FOX Sports app and the INDYCAR Radio Network. The first practice of the weekend is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. ET Friday, May 9 and can be seen on FS2. The next NTT INDYCAR SERIES event is the Children's of Alabama Indy Grand Prix powered by AmFirst on Sunday, May 4. Coverage begins at 1:30 p.m. ET on FOX, the FOX Sports app and the INDYCAR Radio Network. recommended in this topic
Forbes
29-04-2025
- Automotive
- Forbes
Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Unveiled As Pace Car For 109th Indy 500
The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Pace Car for the 109th Indianapolis 500 in 2025 can equal the speed that Scott McLaughlin achieved in last week's two-day Indy 500 Open Test at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The Corvette ZR1 is capable of 233 mph, the highest top speed of any car ever made in America by an auto manufacturer. It will lead the field to the green flag for the 109th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge on Sunday, May 25 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. This year's Indy 500 Pace Car was unveiled on Tuesday, April 29 at the IMS, continuing an impressive tradition for the Chevrolet Corvette and the world's most famous race. 'As we anticipate another record-breaking Indianapolis 500, it's only fitting that record- breaking Corvette will pace the field,' IMS President J. Douglas Boles said. 'The performance of the Corvette ZR1 is second to none and is a prime example of that Chevrolet innovation.' Corvette is the longest-running car nameplate in automotive industry history, so it's no surprise Corvette has paced 'The Greatest Spectacle in Racing' more times than any car. The 2025 race marks the 36th time for Chevrolet to pace the Indianapolis 500 dating back to 1948 and the 22nd time overall, since 1978 for America's favorite sports car. Designed for speed and performance, the Corvette ZR1 is up for any challenge, and the exterior and interior of the Corvette ZR1 will be on full display as the car fulfills responsibilities on and off the track. Michael Strahan, a Pro Football Hall of Fame member, two-time Daytime Emmy Award winner, longtime 'FOX NFL Sunday' analyst and 'Good Morning America' co-host, has been named honorary Pace Car driver and will pace the field of 33 drivers in the Corvette ZR1 to start this year's Indianapolis 500. 'Chevrolet is proud that the 2025 Corvette ZR1, our fastest Corvette ever, will be the official pace car for the 109th Running of the Indianapolis 500,' said Scott Bell, Global Chevrolet Vice President. 'With a top speed of 233 miles per hour, the Corvette ZR1 is the perfect fit to lead the Indy 500 field to green." By comparison, Team Penske driver and last year's Indy 500 pole winner Scott McLaughlin, had the fastest speed in last week's two-day Indy 500 Open test at 232.686 miles per hour around the 2.5-mile Indianapolis Motor Speedway oval. Speeds are expected to surpass that when Indianapolis 500 practice and qualifications begin on May 13 with Fast Friday on May 16, and qualification weekend on Saturday May 17 and Sunday May 18. The Corvette ZR1 delivers 1,064 horsepower at 7,000 rpm from a 5.5 liter twin-turbo V8, which is the most power ever from a factory Corvette and the most powerful V8 ever produced in America from an auto manufacturer. For Pace Car duty, the ZR1 is equipped with the Carbon Aero package, including dive planes on the front bumper, underbody aero strakes and the rear wing, which creates more than 1,200 pounds of downforce at top speeds. The Corvette ZR1 achieves incredible acceleration – capable of zero to 60 mph in 2.3 seconds before rushing through the quarter mile in 9.6 seconds at 150 mph, making it the quickest Corvette ever. Arctic White exterior paint and Jet Black interior accents pair with the Indianapolis 500 logos on the Pace Car. The jewel tone, emerald green and gold of the logo are highlighted in racing stripes and additional exterior design elements. Carbon fiber wheels complete the car's iconic, race-ready look. Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is now one of the world's largest car brands, available in 80 countries. Chevrolet models include electric and fuel-efficient vehicles that feature engaging performance, design that makes the heartbeat, passive and active safety features and easy-to-use technology, all at a value, according to General Motors.
Forbes
26-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Indianapolis 500 Concert Lineup Finalized For Month Of May At IMS
Grammy nominated Country Music Group Midland will perform the May 24 Legends Day Concert in ... More Indianapolis the day before the 109th Indianapolis 500 The annual Indianapolis 500 is a major event, both on and off the track, featuring the world's most famous and historic auto race. But the action at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the city of Indianapolis also includes an impressive concert lineup on Carb Day, Legends Day and the famed Snake Pit on Race Day. On March 25, Indianapolis Motor Speedway officials announced the final performer for the Legends Day Concert, held the day before the 109th Indianapolis Motor Speedway. It will feature Grammy-Nominated Country Group Midland at the Firestone Legends Day Concert on Saturday, May 24 at the Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park in Indianapolis. The celebration of 'The Greatest Spectacle in Racing' expands into downtown Indianapolis with the concert held the night before the 109th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge. 'On the final day before the Indy 500, the countdown to the green flag is full of unmatched energy and excitement,' IndyCar and Indianapolis Motor Speedway President J. Douglas Boles said. 'While fans enjoy the honky-tonk sounds of Midland at the Firestone Legends Day Concert at a fantastic venue in downtown Indianapolis, IMS will be ready to welcome more than 350,000 fans at 6 a.m. the following morning.' Tickets will be available for purchase starting at 10 a.m. ET Friday, March 28, at Two-time and back-to-back Indianapolis 500 winner Josef Newgarden and his wife Ashley during the ... More traditional Indianapolis 500 Festival Parade through downtown Indianapolis. (Photo by) Fans can celebrate Legends Day presented by Firestone at both IMS and throughout downtown Indianapolis. Legends Day kicks off with the 109th Indianapolis 500 Public Drivers' Meeting and driver autograph sessions at IMS. That is followed by the AES 500 Festival Parade and the Firestone Legends Day Concert. Double Grammy nominees Midland came together at a friend's wedding over common influences and the need for a return to post-Urban Cowboy Country. For lead singer/guitarist Mark Wystrach, bassist/vocalist Cameron Duddy and lead guitarist/vocalist Jess Carson, the now five-time platinum hit 'Drinkin' Problem' set the stage for their critically acclaimed 'On The Rocks' and No. 1 Billboard Top Country Albums debut 'Let It Roll' to unite classic country fans, hipsters and media alike. Based in Dripping Springs, Texas, the trio of songwriters, who developed their sound at Tornillo, Texas' storied Sonic Ranch, have been building a following that's sold-out the Houston Rodeo and Livestock Show, packed a multiple-night stand at Ft. Worth's iconic Billy Bob's and re-opened North Hollywood's legendary Palomino Club for one night only. Bringing listeners a resurgence of their thick harmonies, sad melodies, tart lyrics and steel guitar with their album 'The Last Resort: Greetings From,' the retro-Nuevo trio has grown from bar band to an in-demand headliner. Midland's fourth studio album, 'Barely Blue,' was released in September 2024 to critical acclaim. Mark Wystrach of country band Midland performs on the main stage on day 2 of C2C Country To Country ... More 2023 at The O2 Arena on March 11, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Joseph Okpako/WireImage) Firestone has served as the presenting sponsor of Legends Day since it debuted in 2014. The partnership brings together two platforms – racing and country music – that have played significant roles in the rich history of the time-tested Firestone brand. General admission tickets for Legends Day presented by Firestone start at $20. This ticket does not include concert admission. IMS gates open at 8 a.m. and close at 3 p.m. On February 11, Indianapolis Motor Speedway announced dance producer Illenium will headline an all-star lineup of global electronic music artists at the Indy 500 Coors Light Snake Pit on Sunday, May 25. Sammy Virji, Two Friends, Kayzo and Oliver Heldens also will perform at the Race Day concert during the 109th Indianapolis 500. Performances begin early in the morning on the stage located in the infield adjacent to Turn 3 of the IMS oval, with specific set times to be announced. 'The Indy 500 Coors Light Snake Pit continues to attract some of the world's top talent in dance music, and it is one of the best events of the year for fans who attend,' Boles said. 'More than 20,000 people find their Indianapolis 500 Race Day experience in the infield where the sound of the 33 racing IndyCar Series cars provide the backdrop for friends, music and dancing from an unforgettable location – the Snake Pit.' Fans in the Snake Pit enjoy the performance by Timmy Trumpet during the 108th Running of the ... More Indianapolis 500 on May 26, 2024 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. (Photo by Jeffrey Brown/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) General admission and VIP wristbands for the Snake Pit are on sale for $55 and $160, respectively. VIP amenities will include access to a raised viewing platform located beside the stage, a private cash bar and private air-conditioned restrooms. All Snake Pit ticketholders must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid Indy 500 general admission or reserved seat ticket. Ticket holders should be prepared to show proper identification to enter the concert. Packages that include Race Day general admission tickets and Snake Pit wristbands are available. A package featuring general admission to the Indianapolis 500 and Snake Pit is $105, while a Race Day general admission and Snake Pit VIP package is $210. Prices for the Snake Pit will increase as May approaches and limited quantities of admission wristbands are available. Illenium performs onstage at Summerfest 2024 on June 27, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by ... More) Nick Miller's 10-year run as dance producer Illenium has been nothing short of astounding. From humble bass beginnings to chart-topping crossover success and more than 10 billion global streams, the Illenium sound has been honed into an adrenaline-rush style that fits heartfelt ballads, growling drops, emotional acoustic moments and ecstatic explosions alike. From his 2016 debut LP 'Ashes' to the Grammy-nominated 'Fallen Embers' and the release of his fifth album 'Illenium,' his carefully curated performances have wowed crowds around the world and perfected the limitless sound that starts in his Denver studio. The 'Illenium' tracks are sweeping, impactful, dynamic and never dull, with collaborations including his teenage heroes Travis Barker, Avril Lavigne and more. Sammy Virji is driving the evolution of UKG, as the genre takes the world by storm – again. The London producer/DJ, nominated for Best Producer at DJ Mag's Best Of British Awards in 2023, is an in-demand dance music maker, whether that's for screw-face belters like 'Shella Verse' featuring Grammy-nominated Flowdan, synth-heavy bass house singles like 'Summertime Blues' with Chris Lake and Nathan Nicholson or his breakout track 'If U Need It.' He's crafted an ever-growing discography and unmissable live show, which has propelled him to the forefront of the dance music space. Two Friends is the musical creation of longtime companions Matt Halper and Eli Sones. Two Friends are pioneering an artistic identity that is simultaneously relatable as it drives fans to the dance floor. On a mission to curate a culture around the Two Friends project, they boast authentic, inclusive and nostalgic vibes. Masters of the remix, Two Friends exploded into the global dance music landscape with their viral remixes of The Killers' 'Mr. Brightside,' Blink 182's 'I Miss You' and their award-winning Big Bootie Mix series. These mixes have become a staple in the duo's musical outputs. Amassing millions of streams across YouTube and SoundCloud per installment, the Big Bootie Mix series has become the soundtrack to many a good night out across 10 years of regular releases. Kayzo performs during the 2019 Audiotistic Festival at Shoreline Amphitheatre on July 13, 2019 in ... More Mountain View, California. (Photo by) As one of the decade's fastest rising electronic artists, Kayzo is a pioneer of the dance/rock crossover scene, with hard-hitting songs, rebellious live performances and die-hard global fans. After winning Insomniac's Discovery Project in 2012, Kayzo's rework of Papa Roach's 'Last Resort' broke barriers between mainstream electronic and heavy album 'New Breed' showcases his talent of intertwining a rock and electronic feel. With a collection of features from POORSTACY, Kamiyada+, GHØSTKID, Siiickbrain, DE'WAYNE conner and more, he seamlessly blends the two genres bringing a feel of nostalgia all while creating something new. From bands in the studio to flames on stage, Kayzo's continuous growth serves as a modern interpretation of heavy metal's parallel with dubstep's electrifying bass. Oliver Heldens has successfully parlayed his career in mainstream dance music into a much-lauded alter-ego in the techno world as HI-LO, gaining widespread acceptance from the underground scene. The name HI-LO is synonymous with cutting-edge, quality, hard-hitting innovative techno, and his tracks 'Zeus' and 'Kronos' are some of the most played techno tracks. Combining a big room sensibility with a dark, underground, raw edge, HI-LO has become a trusted tastemaker, with his tracks receiving massive support from luminaries of the scene. HI-LO launched HILOMATIK, a new label showcasing his productions alongside music from hot new talents and techno heroes, which continues to carry significant momentum with recent releases. DJ Oliver Heldens on stage kn Zandvoort, Netherlands. (Photo by) The annual Miller Lite Carb Day Concert lineup was announced by IMS on February 20. Music icons Bret Michaels and The All-American Rejects will perform on Friday, May 23 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Miller Lite Carb Day is a full day of on- and off-track action and entertainment. All general admission, concert pit and VIP Deck concert tickets include admission to the concert and to on-track activities that day at IMS, which include the final practice for the 109th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge and the Indy 500 Pit Stop Challenge. 'Miller Lite Carb Day is not just the official party to kick off race weekend, it's really the kickoff event of the summer,' Boles said. 'The day has everything to make the perfect party: 33 drivers in the final practice before the '500,' the Pit Stop Challenge, people watching and a fun and entertaining concert to put an exclamation point on the party. It really is a day like no other at the Racing Capital of the World. Many of our fans take the day off work and spend it at IMS, which is a tradition we can all celebrate.' The All-American Rejects quickly rose to prominence in the early 2000s with their infectious blend of pop-punk and emo rock. Their self-titled debut album, released in 2002, featured the hit single "Swing, Swing," which propelled them into the mainstream. This success was followed by their sophomore album, "Move Along" (2005), which trophied three chart-topping singles like "Dirty Little Secret," "Move Along" and 'It Ends Tonight.' In 2008, the band released "When the World Comes Down," featuring the stratospheric and generational smash hit "Gives You Hell," which became its most successful single to date, reaching No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100. The All-American Rejects continue to create and perform, solidifying their place as one of the most beloved bands of their genre. Their journey from early 2000s hitmakers to enduring rock icons is a testament to their talent, resilience, and the deep connection they share with their fans. Musician Bret Michaels performs during a half-time show at the NFL game between the Arizona ... More Cardinals # of the Arizona Cardinals and the Detroit Lions # of the Detroit Lions at State Farm Stadium on September 08, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by) Well-known as an avid Indy 500 and racing fan, Bret Michaels returns to IMS after a record-setting party at his last Carb Day. As one of music's most iconic singer/songwriters, Michaels consistently brings his iconic energy and star power to every project. He has sold more than 100 million records, digital downloads and streams worldwide, and his numerous hit singles include 'Every Rose Has Its Thorn,' 'Go That Far' and 'Nothing But A Good Time.' Michaels also has a robust television career with record-breaking hits including 'Rock of Love with Bret Michaels' and a recent turn as the audience-favorite Banana on FOX's hit 'The Masked Singer.' As a well-known creative entrepreneur, Michaels took his 'Celebrity Apprentice'-winning Trop-A-Rocka Iced Tea and turned it into a bestselling global product. Despite his busy career, Michaels still finds time to give back through his Life Rocks Foundation, which supports a myriad of charities and causes around the globe. Miller Lite Carb Day general admission tickets start at just $40. A limited number of concert pit package upgrades that include general admission are available for $75. A very limited supply of exclusive VIP platform tickets also is available for $270, including concert pit access, snacks, two complimentary drinks, dedicated bars and restroom trailers. Ticket prices will increase as the concert draws closer.
