INDY 500

13 May 2025 - 25 May 2025
IndyCar star Scott McLaughlin describes Indy 500 heartbreak as the “hardest thing he's gone through in his career” IndyCar star Scott McLaughlin describes Indy 500 heartbreak as the “hardest thing he's gone through in his career”
IndyCar star Scott McLaughlin describes Indy 500 heartbreak as the “hardest thing he's gone through in his career”
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After his Indy 500 win, Alex Palou deemed 'one of the all-time greats' by Will Buxton After his Indy 500 win, Alex Palou deemed 'one of the all-time greats' by Will Buxton
After his Indy 500 win, Alex Palou deemed 'one of the all-time greats' by Will Buxton
10h
Scott McLaughlin reveals Kyle Larson “texted” him after the thumbs up incident at Indy 500 Scott McLaughlin reveals Kyle Larson “texted” him after the thumbs up incident at Indy 500
Scott McLaughlin reveals Kyle Larson “texted” him after the thumbs up incident at Indy 500
10h
Carlos Sainz gives frank verdict on Alex Palou getting an F1 seat after legendary Indy 500 win Carlos Sainz gives frank verdict on Alex Palou getting an F1 seat after legendary Indy 500 win
Carlos Sainz gives frank verdict on Alex Palou getting an F1 seat after legendary Indy 500 win
12h
Kyle Larson gets lowest Indy 500 payout; IndyCar champ questions if 'he's worth the risk' Kyle Larson gets lowest Indy 500 payout; IndyCar champ questions if 'he's worth the risk'
Kyle Larson gets lowest Indy 500 payout; IndyCar champ questions if 'he's worth the risk'
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When Alex Palou’s girlfriend revealed his gesture to her note about moving to the US When Alex Palou’s girlfriend revealed his gesture to her note about moving to the US
When Alex Palou’s girlfriend revealed his gesture to her note about moving to the US
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Will Buxton pens down his thoughts on “emotional rollercoaster” at Indy 500 Will Buxton pens down his thoughts on “emotional rollercoaster” at Indy 500
Will Buxton pens down his thoughts on “emotional rollercoaster” at Indy 500
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Immediately after first Indy 500 win, Alex Palou agrees to race in NASCAR Immediately after first Indy 500 win, Alex Palou agrees to race in NASCAR
Immediately after first Indy 500 win, Alex Palou agrees to race in NASCAR
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“It’s much bigger”: Alex Palou highlights Indy 500 prestige compared to winning championships “It’s much bigger”: Alex Palou highlights Indy 500 prestige compared to winning championships
“It’s much bigger”: Alex Palou highlights Indy 500 prestige compared to winning championships
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Did the 2025 Double break Kyle Larson’s spirit for good? Did the 2025 Double break Kyle Larson’s spirit for good?
Did the 2025 Double break Kyle Larson’s spirit for good?
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Josef Newgarden pulled a Max Verstappen with Franz Hermann-like nickname to crash Indy 500 party Josef Newgarden pulled a Max Verstappen with Franz Hermann-like nickname to crash Indy 500 party
Josef Newgarden pulled a Max Verstappen with Franz Hermann-like nickname to crash Indy 500 party
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Graham Rahal's wife lauds RLL Racing driver's 'hard work and dedication' days after Indy 500 Graham Rahal's wife lauds RLL Racing driver's 'hard work and dedication' days after Indy 500
Graham Rahal's wife lauds RLL Racing driver's 'hard work and dedication' days after Indy 500
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About INDY 500

INDY 500. Image Credit: Getty Image
INDY 500. Image Credit: Getty Image
Event NameIndianapolis 500
LocationSpeedway, Indiana, U.S.
First held1996
Circuit length500 miles (805 km)
Laps200

Indianapolis 500 2025 History

The Indianapolis 500 (Indy 500) is an annual race held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Speedway, Indiana, United States. The previous names of the race were - the 500-Mile International Sweepstakes (1911-1915, 1920-1941, 1946-1980), the 300-Mile International Sweepstakes (1916), and the Liberty Sweepstakes (1919). While the first-ever race here was held in 1911, with Ray Harroun winning, the first-ever IndyCar race was held in 1996 and was won by Buddy Lazier. The Indy 500 is held during the American Memorial Day weekend, usually the last weekend of May, and is considered a part of the IndyCar Series. The circuit of the Indy 500 consists of an Asphalt surface with four turns, and a length of 2.5 mi (4.0 km).

In 1994, Tony George, the Speedway owner, announced plans for a new series, known as the Indy Racing League, with the Indy 500 as its main competitive event. This event and series allowed more oval circuits and more opportunities for drivers from the USAC sprint-car ranks. During the 1960s and 1970s, NASCAR drivers, including Bobby Allison, Donnie Allison, Cale Yarborough, and Lee Roy Yarbrough, contested in the Indy 500 as well as the Coca-Cola 600 (a NASCAR event).

Indianapolis 500 Schedule 2025

While the first practice session was held on May 13, the main race will be on May 25.

Date and DayTimeType
May 13, Tuesday02:20 PM ET 04:00 PM ETPractice 1 Practice 1
May 14, Wednesday12:00 PM ET 04:00 PM ETPractice 3 Practice 3
May 15, Thursday10:00 AM ET 12:00 PM ET 04:00 PM ETRefresher Program Practice 4 Practice 4
May 16, Friday12:00 PM ET 04:00 PM ETFast Friday Fast Friday
May 17, Saturday08:30 AM ET 11:00 AM ET 01:30 PM ET 04:00 PM ETPractice 6 Qualifications Day 1 Qualifications Day 1 Qualifications Day 1
May 18, Sunday01:00 PM ET 04:00 PM ETPractice 7 Qualifications Day 2
May 19, Monday01:00 PM ETPractice 8
May 23, Friday11:00 AM ET 02:30 PM ETCarb Day Final Practice Pit Stop Competition
May 25, Sunday10:00 AM ET 12:00 PM ETPre-Race Race

Indianapolis 500 Venue

The Indianapolis 500 will be held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Indiana, U.S., on May 25, 2025. The race features an Asphalt surface circuit with four turns of nine degrees, and a length of 2.5 (4.0 km).

Also Read: IndyCar Schedule

Indianapolis Motor Speedway Capacity

The seating capacity at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway is roughly 2,35,000, and race-day attendance could rise to 3,50,000-4,00,000.

Indianapolis Motor Speedway Map

Indianapolis Motor Speedway Circuit (credits: indycar.com)

Where to Watch the Indianapolis 500?

The Indianapolis 500 will be live-streamed on multiple platforms and channels. Below are the channels and streaming platforms in multiple regions of the world:

Africa and the Middle East

  1. IndyCar Live

  2. SuperSport

  3. Canal+

Asia and the Middle East

  1. IndyCar Live

  2. Gaora Sports

  3. NHK

  4. Canal+

  5. K+

Australia and New Zealand

  1. Stan Sport

  2. Sky Sport

Canada

  1. TSN

  2. TSN+

Europe

  1. IndyCar Live

  2. Voo Sport World

  3. TV Arena Sport

  4. Viaplay

  5. Canal+

  6. Arena 4

  7. Sky Sports

  8. Motor Vision+

  9. Sky

  10. Ziggo Sport

  11. Sport TV

  12. Movistar

  13. Vamos

  14. S Sport

South and Central America, and the Caribbean

  1. ESPN

  2. IndyCar Live

  3. Cultura

United States

  1. Fox

  2. Fox Sports 1

  3. Fox Sports 2

  4. IndyCar App

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FAQs On Indy 500

A. The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is 500 miles (805 km) long and consists of 200 laps.

A. The Indianapolis 500 is scheduled on May 25, 2025.

A. The first race held on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway was on May 30, 1911.

A. The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is 500 miles (805 km) long and consists of 200 laps.

Last Modified May 29, 2025 22:39 GMT
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