Local racing exec named president of vintage sportscar group
Matt Breeden was chosen to oversee the SVRA’s day-to-day operations, including finances, event management and member relations.
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Flying green flag, Speedway bosses launch global promotional tour for Indy 500
Head honcho Mark Miles continues to punch the gas on new marketing initiatives for the hallowed race. The latest effort has already made its way to Times Square and the NHL All-Star Game.
IndyCar seeking deep-pocketed title sponsor willing to spend up to $30M per year
Series officials are in overdrive trying to find a replacement for Verizon, which is exiting as title sponsor at the end of this year. They’re also busy searching for a new TV partner for 2019.
Speedway to deploy security robot during month of May, other big events
Beginning in May, a four-wheeled device with real-time audio and video capabilities will perform surveillance at all major events at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
New vintage car race coming to Indianapolis Motor Speedway
IMS will be one of three tracks to host a racing exhibition featuring World War I-era vehicles.
Roundup: Hosting NBA All-Star game carries high costs; sponsors eye Pacers esports team
While the economic impact for the 2021 All-Star weekend could top $100 million for Indianapolis, the hard costs and soft expenses for the Pacers and city will easily reach eight figures.
Roundup: Tickets for souped-up Pacers going for a song on secondary market
Despite the team’s surprising play, seats for Pacers home games are among the cheapest in the league on the secondary market.
Roundup: Esports effort shuffles Pacers exec ranks; Indy 500 trophy heads to Japan
Also, Joey Chestnut prepares to defend his shrimp-eating title in Indy, and the North American Soccer League suffers another blow.
With TV viewership in decline, IndyCar shops for new media deal
An 11 percent year-over-year decrease in eyeballs comes at a bad time for the open-wheel racing series. But IndyCar boss Mark Miles remains optimistic.
McLaren eyes returning to IndyCar in ‘long-term, meaningful way’
With two of IndyCar’s major teams downsizing, the addition of a deep-pocketed team like Formula One’s McLaren would be good news for the open-wheel circuit.
Poll conducted before anthem protests picks Colts, NFL as huge local favorites
Central Indiana residents prefer pro football and Indy’s franchise to all other leagues and teams by a wide margin, according to the study. But its author says recent protests by players around the league could put a dent in their popularity.
Renovated Speedrome racing to finish line of banner year
Officials at the 76-year-old short track say $500,000 in off-season upgrades are paying off with boosts in attendance and race participation.
Roundup: Pacers hire e-sports director, former Star reporter pens IU book
The Pacers organization is preparing to take the virtual court with its new video-gaming team. Meanwhile, Terry Hutchens has compiled a bucket list for Hoosiers hoops fans.
Stewart-Haas Racing helps Lincoln Tech accelerate cutting-edge training
The Gene Haas Foundation is providing $500,000 over the next two years to help train students on computer-controlled milling machines, including those used to make NASCAR race cars.
LPGA returns to Brickyard Crossing with star-studded field
Hospitality tents are going up at the iconic golf course at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in anticipation of an LPGA Tour event, marking the first time women pros have played in central Indiana in nearly two decades.
TV rating for Brickyard 400 hits higher gear while attendance dips
This year’s somewhat unexpected spike in TV viewership for the Indy-based race comes at a time when many other NASCAR events are seeing double-digit ratings decreases.
Local hotels report May dip after Indy 500 attendance lags
While downtown hotels saw no drop in room nights in May, lodging demand downshifted in the outlying areas of Marion County.
One of racing’s biggest stars ponders leaving IndyCar
Three-time Indianapolis 500 winner Helio Castroneves is contemplating a future in sports car racing.
Roundup: McAfee throws shade at Grigson; IndyCar eyes global expansion
The Colts’ former kicker poked fun at the team’s former general manager on Monday. Meanwhile, IndyCar officials hope to make inroads in China and Mexico.
Process for screening Indy 500 drivers questioned after Dixon crash
The crash that sent Scott Dixon’s car airborne in May’s Indianapolis 500 has some racing experts—or at least the members of one team—wondering if IndyCar and the Speedway need to do a better job vetting drivers.