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Indianapolis Star
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From Pacers playoffs to the Indy 500, see IndyStar's favorite photos published in May 2025
Mykal McEldowney Grace Hollars Michelle Pemberton Grace Smith Kelly Wilkinson HG Biggs Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Nieka Zupfer misses at getting a prize with the claw grabber game at the Tony's Chocolonely booth during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Franklin Central Flashes Adelaide Hubbard (17) warms-up to bat Wednesday, May 28, 2025, during the IHSAA sectional championship game at Moorseville High School, in Mooseville. Grace Hollars/IndyStar Elise Shrock (left) Elise Shrock holds up a video call with Lauren Roberts, who along with 2 other women made sexual harassment allegations against Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett's former chief of staff Thomas Cook. Morgan Mickelson (center) and Maggie Adams-McBride hold up signs condemning Mayor Hogsett and abuse against employees, Thursday, May 29, 2025, as the Indianapolis' City-County Council's investigative committee hears the final report from law firm Fisher Phillips regarding Mayor Hogsett's response to the allegations. HG Biggs/IndyStar Roncalli Royals Elise Baker (4) cheers after stealing second base Tuesday, May 27, 2025, during the IHSAA 3A sectional 28 semifinals in New Palestine, Indiana. The Roncalli Royals defeated Indian Creek. HG Biggs/IndyStar, HG Biggs/IndyStar Newfields staff and media gather in the Lume for a preview of 'Connection: Land, Water, Sky-Art & Music from Indigenous Australians" at the Indianapolis Museum of Art, Newfields on Friday, May 9, 2025, in Indianapolis. Michelle Pemberton/IndyStar Brekken Pritt, 3, watches his friends play rock paper scissors Friday, May 16, 2025, during Fast Friday ahead of the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Grace Smith/IndyStar Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) celebrates with fans as he walks off the court following of Game 5 of the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. The Pacers defeated the Cavaliers 114-105. Christine Tannous/IndyStar Media surrounds Arrow McLaren's Tony Kanaan, team principal, on Thursday, May 15, 2025, prior to his refresher laps ahead of practice for the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar IndyHumane Foster Assistant Kelsey Minier snuggles Turbo, Thursday, May 8, 2025 at the IndyHumane. The little kitten is being nurtured and available for adoption. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Indiana Pacers fans yell in excitement during team introductions Saturday, May 31, 2025, during the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Grace Hollars/IndyStar Spectators cheer for the Chi Dog Oscar Mayer Wienermobile, Saturday, May 24, 2025, during the 2025 AES 500 Festival Parade in Indianapolis. HG Biggs/IndyStar Fans toss beach balls as The All-American Rejects and Bret Michaels perform Friday, May 23, 2025, on Carb Day ahead of the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Michelle Pemberton/IndyStar Yorktown's Adam Lin jumps in a pole vaulting attempt Tuesday, May 6, 2025, during a high school track and field meet between Lawrence North and Lawrence Central at Lawrence North High School in Indianapolis. Grace Smith/IndyStar Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) holds up the Eastern Conference Championship trophy Saturday, May 31, 2025, after defeating the New York Knicks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Christine Tannous/IndyStar New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) celebrates a late three point basket against the Indiana Pacers on Sunday, May 25, 2025, during Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar With photos of Zara Arnold shown behind them, Indianapolis Fraternal Order of Police President Rick Snyder hugs State Senator Cyndi Carrasco after he spoke to the press Thursday, May 29, 2025 at the FOP Lodge. Indy FOP is calling for state and federal intervention after the murder of Zara Arnold, a 5-year-old who died after torture and abuse. Zara's father, Zachary Arnold, is charged with murder in her death. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Center Grove Trojans fans sit in the outfield as the rain pours over the field Wednesday, May 28, 2025, during the IHSAA sectional championship game at Moorseville High School, in Mooseville. Grace Hollars/IndyStar A concert goer continues dancing lying down in the Snake Pit, Sunday, May 25, 2025, before the Indianapolis 500 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. HG Biggs/IndyStar Terry Crews walks the red carpet on Sunday, May 25, 2025, ahead of the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Michelle Pemberton/IndyStar The Zionsville Eagles celebrate winning Wednesday, May 28, 2025, during a Class 4A sectional game between the Noblesville Millers and the Zionsville Eagles at Carmel High School in Carmel. Ella Brookbank, 5, lays under an umbrella Saturday, May 17, 2025, during qualifying for the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Christine Tannous/IndyStar Travelers wait in the TSA screening line Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Concourse A at Indianapolis International Airport. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Scott Fitzgerald looks at a Indy 500 Champions banner at his new sports memorabilia store, Vintage Indy Sports, Tuesday, April 29, 2025 in Speedway. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Avon Orioles celebrate with the trophy after defeating the Brownsburg Bulldogs on Thursday, May 29, 2025, during the IHSAA sectional championship game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg. Grace Hollars/IndyStar A fan wears a brown bag over his head reading 'Newgarden' with a frown drawn on it Monday, May 26, 2025, before the start of the Indianapolis 500 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. HG Biggs/IndyStar Jenson Pfister leans against a monolithic sculpture while his older brother, his brother's prom date, and mother take pre-prom photos at the White River State Park on Saturday, May 10, 2025, in Indianapolis. Michelle Pemberton/IndyStar The Indiana Fever are introduced Sunday, May 4, 2025, during a preseason game between the Indiana Fever and the Brazil national team at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City. Grace Smith/IndyStar Chip Ganassi Racing driver Alex Palou (10) celebrates Sunday, May 25, 2025, after winning the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Christine Tannous/IndyStar It's hard for Diane Holt to catch her breath Thursday, March 16, 2023, as she stands near her son, Gregory's, gravesite at Washington Park East Cemetery in Indianapolis. 'He was one of a kind,' she said. 'He was he was a good cook, and a prankster. He'd love to aggravate everybody. And I miss him. I miss him badly.' Gregory, 48, died by overdose Feb. 15, 2022. Holt and her family believe Gregory was purposefully given a lethal dose of meth and fentanyl by friends who then stole his money. They say they've received threatening phone calls urging them to stop pursuing justice in Gregory's death. Holt visits her son's gravesite at least once a week. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Volunteer Missi Young registers clients Thursday, March 13, 2025 at the Crooked Creek Food Pantry. The pantry is a drive-thru distribution. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Indiana Fever gather together Friday, May 30, 2025, during the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.. Grace Hollars/IndyStar James Dilanchian waterfalls a beer on Carb Day, Friday, May 23, 2025, prior the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. HG Biggs/IndyStar Michelle Pemberton/IndyStar New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) goes up for a basket against Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, during Game 4 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Indiana Pacers defeated the New York Knicks, 130-121. Grace Smith/IndyStar The New York Knicks' starting lineup is introduced before Game 2 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals against the Indiana Pacers on Friday, May 23, 2025, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Christine Tannous/IndyStar The Indiana Pacemates perform Friday, May 9, 2025, during Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Friends Martha June, from left in front, and Janie Westermeier; and Lorraine Smith, from left in back, and Anne Heighway wave as they get ready to pass though an intersection on their Forest Park Adventure railbike ride on the Nickel Plate rails Thursday, May 1, 2025 in Noblesville. The railbikes are part of the Nickel Plate Heritage Railroad. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Center Grove Trojans celebrate the the trophy on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, during the IHSAA sectional championship game at Moorseville High School, in Mooseville. Grace Hollars/IndyStar Chip Ganassi Racing driver Alex Palou (10) celebrates with members of his crew Sunday, May 25, 2025, after winning the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. HG Biggs/IndyStar Team Penske driver Scott McLaughlin takes part in a Naturalization Ceremony at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Monday, May 13, 2025, in Indianapolis. Thirty-three citizenship candidates from 33 countries taking the Oath of Allegiance to become United States citizens. Michelle Pemberton/IndyStar Concertgoers dance in the snake pit Sunday, May 25, 2025, during the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Grace Smith/IndyStar New York Knicks guard Miles McBride (2) and guard Josh Hart (3) guard Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) as he shoots the ball during the first half of Game 2 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals on Friday, May 23, 2025, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Christine Tannous/IndyStar Indiana Pacers center Thomas Bryant (3) is tangled up by the against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday, May 9, 2025, during Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Indiana Fever guard Lexie Hull (10) scores a three-point basket Friday, May 30, 2025, during the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Connecticut Sun defeated the Indiana Fever, 85-83. Grace Hollars/IndyStar Matthew Slotwinski tapes another beer to his beer tower on Carb Day, Friday, May 23, 2025, prior to the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Slotwinski has attended the Indianapolis 500 for nearly a decade. HG Biggs/IndyStar Bret Michaels and band perform Friday, May 23, 2025, on Carb Day ahead of the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Michelle Pemberton/IndyStar An officer talk with racing fans Friday, May 23, 2025, on Carb Day ahead of the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Grace Smith/IndyStar Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) holds the Eastern Conference Championships trophy Saturday, May 31, 2025, after defeating the New York Knicks to at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Chrisitne Tannous/IndyStar Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham (8) goes up for a basket against New York Liberty guard Marine Johannès (23) on Saturday, May 24, 2025, during a game between the Indiana Fever and the New York Liberty at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Grace Smith/IndyStar Reginald Dillard, who's serving time for murder, poses Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, along the grounds of Westville Correctional Facility in Westville, Indiana. Dillard says he was the oldest of six children in his family, and found the streets early to help raise his siblings. "I dropped out of high school in 10th grade, he said. "My mother had told me if I don't get myself together, I'm going to wind up in prison." Dillard has submitted new evidence of innocence and misconduct by Elkhart police and prosecutors. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) yells in excitement Saturday, May 31, 2025, after defeating the New York Knicks to at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Grace Hollars/IndyStar Abby Perry, owner of Abby's Garden Parties, poses for a portrait Friday, May 30, 2025, in her shop in Zionsville. Perry says Trump's tariff and trade policies have impacted the cost of purchasing the glass terrariums essential for her small business. HG Biggs/IndyStar Fans get wild during concerts by Bret Michaels and The All-American Rejects, Friday, May 23, 2025, on Carb Day ahead of the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Michelle Pemberton/IndyStar Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin (1) and forward Pascal Siakam (43) celebrate during the first half Sunday, May 11, 2025, of Game 4 of the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Pacers defeated the Cavaliers 129-109. Christine Tannous/IndyStar Professional golfer Bubba Watson putts during a clinic Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at Chatham Hills in Westfield, Indiana. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar A concert goer smiles as a friend presses jewels to the sides of her eyes while dancing in the Snake Pit, Sunday, May 25, 2025, before the Indianapolis 500 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. HG Biggs/IndyStar Slaw Dog crosses the yard of bricks to win the Wienie 500 on Friday, May 23, 2025, on Carb Day ahead of the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Max Gersh/IndyStar
Indianapolis Star
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Indianapolis Star
Pacers vs Knicks in Game 3 Eastern Conference Finals in Indianapolis
Former Indiana Pacers player Reggie Miller shares some words with current Pacers guard Ben Sheppard (26) on Sunday, May 25, 2025, ahead of Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Vroom Baby shirts sit on the backs of chairs Sunday, May 25, 2025, ahead of Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals between the Indiana Pacers and New York Knicks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar DJ BK takes a photo with Shaquille O'Neal on Sunday, May 25, 2025, before Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Taylar Thomas places shirts on chair backs Sunday, May 25, 2025, ahead of Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker (5) shoots around Sunday, May 25, 2025, before Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals against the New York Knicks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar
Indianapolis Star
24-05-2025
- Automotive
- Indianapolis Star
Every year, IMS picks a celebrity or other notable person to start the Indy 500
INDY 500 Grace Hollars/IndyStar Adam Driver, the Indianapolis 500 Honorary Starter, waves the green flag on Sunday, May 28, 2023, to start the 107th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Gary Mook/For IndyStar Jamie Squire, Getty Images Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar President and CEO of Gainbridge, Dan Towriss waves the green flag for the 104th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Sunday, August 23, 2020. Grace Hollars/IndyStar Actors Christian Bale and Matt Damon wave the green flags to start the103rd Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 26, 2019. Scott Utterback/IndyStar Actor Chris Hemsworth waves the green flag to start the 102nd running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Sunday, May 27, 2018. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar From left, actor Jake Gyllenhaal and Boston marathon bombing survivor Jeff Bauman wave the green flag at the start of the 101st running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Sunday, May 28, 2017. Gyllenhaal will play Bauman's character in an upcoming film. Jenna Watson/IndyStar INDIANAPOLIS, IN - MAY 29: Chris Pine waves the green flag to start the Indy 500 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 29, 2016 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by) Michael Hickey, Getty Images Actor Patrick Dempsey waves the green flag to start the 99th Indianapolis 500. Chris Bergin/for The Star Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban waves the green flag to start the 98th running of the Indianapolis 500 IndyCar auto race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, Sunday, May 25, 2014. AP Purdue president Mitch Daniels has a few ideas how to fix college basketball. H. Darr Beiser/USA TODAY Former Pacer Reggie Miller acknowledges the crowd was he was working the television broadcast for TNT in the first half of their game Monday, January 23, 2017, evening at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Matt_Kryger/Indy_Star Jonathan Ferrey, Getty Images Boxing legend Sugar Ray Leonard smiled at the crowd while speaking at the Kentucky Derby Festival 2024 They're Off! Luncheon at the Galt House in downtown Louisville, KY., on Friday, April 19, 2024. Jeff Faughender/Courier Journal, Jeff Faughender/Courier Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK INDIANAPOLIS - MAY 27: Peyton Manning, quarterback for the Indianapolis COlts waves the green flag at the start of the IRL IndyCar Series 91st running of the Indianapolis 500 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 27, 2007 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by) Darrell Ingham, Getty Images Darrell Ingham, Getty Images Neilson Barnard, Getty Images Jeff Haynes, REUTERS U.S. President George W. Bush gives Retired Army Lt. Col. Bruce Crandall the Medal of Honor, the military's highest medal, during a ceremony at the White House in Washington February 26, 2007. Crandall, a helicopter pilot in the Vietnam war, received the award for his valor during a battle in 1965. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque (UNITED STATES) Kevin Lamarque, REUTERS LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 12: Michael Peña speaks onstage during the "Landman" premiere at Paramount Studios on November 12, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo byfor Paramount+) Randy Shropshire, Getty Images For Paramount+
Indianapolis Star
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- Indianapolis Star
Arrow McLaren, IndyCar Series driver Pato O'Ward through the years
Arrow McLaren SP driver Pato O'Ward (5) watches as cars make their way down towards turn one during the third day of practice for the 104th Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Friday, Aug. 14, 2020. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Arrow McLaren SP driver Pato O'Ward (5) removes his helmet after Carb Day practice at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Friday, Aug. 21, 2020. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar May 2, 2021; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Arrow McLaren SP driver Pato O'Ward (5) of Mexico celebrates in victory lane after he wins the Xpel 375 IndyCar race at Texas Motor Speedway. Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports IndyCar driver Pato O'Ward (right) signs autographs and takes pictures with fans during a Cinco de Mayo celebration Wednesday, May 5, 2021, on Main Street in Speedway, Ind. Jenna Watson/IndyStar Arrow McLaren SP driver Pato O'Ward (5) makes his way into his pit area Friday, May 21, 2021, during Fast Friday practice in preparation for the 105th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Arrow McLaren SP IndyCar driver Pato O'Ward talks with McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown at the series' 2022 season-opener in St. Pete. Provided By IndyCar Arrow McLaren SP driver Pato O'Ward (5) puts in his earbuds on Thursday, April 21, 2022, the second day of open testing at Indianapolis Motor Speedway ahead of the Indy 500. Jenna Watson/IndyStar Arrow McLaren SP driver Pato O'Ward (5) stands in his pit box Tuesday, May 17, 2022, during the first day of Indianapolis 500 practice at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Kristin Enzor/For IndyStar Arrow McLaren SP driver Pato O'Ward (5) takes a picture with a fan Thursday, May 19, 2022, during the third day of Indianapolis 500 practice at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Bob Goshert/For IndyStar Arrow McLaren SP driver Pato O'Ward (5) and Arrow McLaren SP driver Alexander Rossi (7) spray champagne on one another Saturday, May 13, 2023, during the celebration of the GMR Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Jacob Musselman/For IndyStar Arrow McLaren SP driver Pato O'Ward (5) signs Roberto De la Vega's shirt Thursday, May 18, 2023, during the third day of practice for the 107th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Kristin Enzor/For IndyStar A crew member greets Arrow McLaren SP driver Pato O'Ward (5) after he climbs out of his car Sunday, May 21, 2023, during the second day of qualifying ahead of the 107th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Bob Goshert/For IndyStar Arrow McLaren SP driver Pato O'Ward (5) sits in his pit box Friday, Aug. 11, 2023, during practice for the Gallagher Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Kristin Enzor/For IndyStar After a three-win IndyCar season in 2024, all three of them coming from veteran driver Pato O'Ward (pictured), Arrow McLaren's team roster underwent yet another significant overhaul in hopes of finally transforming the program into a true title contender. Provided By IndyCar Arrow McLaren driver Pato O'Ward (5) talks with a fan Saturday, May 11, 2024, during practice for the Sonsio Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Bob Goshert/For IndyStar Arrow McLaren driver Pato O'Ward (5) reacts after finishing second Sunday, May 26, 2024, in the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Kristin Enzor/For IndyStar IndyCar Series driver Pato O'Ward speaks with IndyStar during an interview Monday, April 7, 2025, at his home in Indianapolis. Christine Tannous/IndyStar IndyCar Series driver Pato O'Ward stands in his basement in front of a shelf displaying his different trophies and suits Monday, April 7, 2025, at his home in Indianapolis. Christine Tannous/IndyStar From left; Arrow McLaren driver Pato O'Ward (5) of Mexico sprays champagne toward Team Penske driver Will Power (12) of Australia on Saturday, May 10, 2025, after the 2025 Sonsio Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Grace Smith/IndyStar Arrow McLaren driver Pato O'Ward (5) signs autographs for fans on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, during practice for the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Michelle Pemberton/IndyStar Arrow McLaren driver Pato O'Ward (5) sits down into his car Thursday, May 15, 2025, during practice for the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Arrow McLaren driver Pato O'Ward (5) talks with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing driver Graham Rahal (15) on Saturday, May 17, 2025, during qualifying for the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Grace Hollars/IndyStar Arrow McLaren driver Pato O'Ward (5) poses for a photograph Monday, May 19, 2025, ahead of practice for the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Edwin Locke/For IndyStar Arrow McLaren driver Pato O'Ward (5) sits in his pit box Monday, May 19, 2025, during a practice for the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Kristin Enzor/For IndyStar, Kristin Enzor/For IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images IndyCar driver Pato O'Ward competes in a relay race during a visit to Westlake Elementary School for Gallagher Community Day on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, in Indianapolis. Michelle Pemberton/IndyStar, Michelle Pemberton/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images
Indianapolis Star
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Indianapolis Star
Indy 500 driver Rinus VeeKay and his boxing phenom wife Carmen share their love story
INDY 500 Rinus and Carmen Veekay pose Monday, May 12, 2025, along pit lane at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Rinus, an IndyCar driver, and Carmen, a professional boxer, now call Carmel, Indiana, home. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar On a scooter, Rinus and Carmen Veekay make their way Monday, May 12, 2025, through Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Carmen Veekay, a professional boxer, holds onto her sparring gloves Monday, May 12, 2025, along pit lane at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Her husband, IndyCar driver Rinus Veekay's car matches the color of her gloves. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Rinus Veekay talks Monday, May 12, 2025, along pit lane at Indianapolis Motor Speedway about how he proposed to his wife, Carmen. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Carmen Veekay smiles Monday, May 12, 2025, as her husband and IndyCar driver Rinus Veekay talks about moving into their Carmel home. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar The sparring gloves of Carmen Veekay sit Monday, May 12, 2025, atop the Firestone tires of her husband and IndyCar driver Rinus Veekay in the garage area of Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar IndyCar driver Jacob Abel tests out Monday, May 12, 2025, the sparring gloves of Carmen Veekay, wife of IndyCar driver Rinus Veekay (right). Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Rinus Veekay talks Monday, May 12, 2025, along pit lane at Indianapolis Motor Speedway about how he met his wife, Carmen. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Rinus Veekay talks Monday, May 12, 2025, along pit lane at Indianapolis Motor Speedway about how he met his wife, Carmen. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Carmen Veekay smiles Monday, May 12, 2025, along pit lane at Indianapolis Motor Speedway as she and husband, Rinus Veekay, talk about how they met. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Rinus and Carmen Veekay compare Monday, May 12, 2025, along pit lane at Indianapolis Motor Speedway the dangers of each of their sports. Rinus is a professional IndyCar driver and Carmen is a professional boxer. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Rinus and Carmen Veekay pose Monday, May 12, 2025, along pit lane at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Rinus, an IndyCar driver, and Carmen, a professional boxer, now call Carmel, Indiana, home. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar
