500 History
In what year was the Indianapolis Motor Speedway built?
1909
In 1936 a trophy became the official prize for the Indianapolis 500 winner. What is the name of the trophy?
Borg-Warner Trophy
How many miles is the Indianapolis 500?
500 miles
Name the first woman to qualify for the Indianapolis 500.
Janet Guthrie
What does the Indianapolis 500 winner drink in Victory Circle?
Milk
Name two of the four founders who built the Speedway.
James Allison, Carl Fisher, Arthur Newby, Frank Wheeler
Tony Hulman George sold the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in 2019. Who bought the Speedway in 2019?
Roger Penske
How many laps must be completed to finish the Indianapolis 500?
200 laps
Who became the first driver to win four Indianapolis 500 races?
A.J. Foyt
Why is The Indianapolis Motor Speedway nicknamed “The Brickyard”?
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For what purpose was the Speedway built?
They built the track to use as a testing facility for automobiles.
In 1957 the 500 Festival was created. What is the Festival’s purpose?
The 500 Festival is a not-for-profit organization that plans and hosts events celebrating the Indianapolis 500.
What does the checkered flag represent?
The checkered flag signals that the race is complete.
How many 500 Festival Princesses are selected each year?
33 princesses
Looking at the timeline from 1901 to 1959, what is the most important event listed? Explain your answer.
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Who won the first or inaugural Indianapolis 500?
Ray Harroun
What is a pace car?
The pace car leads the racecars around the track to set the pace. The car leads until the racecars receive the green flag
Who was the first driver to officially run a lap at 200 miles per hour?
Tom Sneva
Who was the first woman to lead the Indianapolis 500?
Danica Patrick
Is safety a priority for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway? Support your answer with specific examples.
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From 1914-1918 and 1939-1945 the Indianapolis 500 was not run. Why?
The race was not held during World War I or World War II.
How many cars qualify and start the Indianapolis 500?
33 cars
Name the first woman to qualify for the Indianapolis 500.
Janet Guthrie
Name one of the many events the 500 Festival plans.
Mini-Marathon, Kids’ Day & Rookie Run, Breakfast at the Brickyard, Memorial Service, Parade
The Speedway’s “Winged-Wheel” is one of the most recognizable logos in sports. What do the wheel and wings represent?
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