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Fox Sports
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- Fox Sports
Letters To The Brickyard: INDYCAR drivers pen essays ahead of Indy 500
These first-person essays are part of a special series leading up to the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 on May 25 on FOX in which INDYCAR drivers penned letters about what the historic race means to them. Check back for the latest entries and read them all below. Pato O'Ward — No. 5, Arrow McLaren "I've had my heart broken here. … I've walked away so close to victory, but also with a sting so deep, thinking about how close we were. And yeah, it hurts. But it also fuels me." Read the full story. Marcus Ericsson — No. 28, Andretti Global "Winning the Indy 500 was a dream come true for me. It changed my life forever. That's the power of this race." Read the full story. BEST OF FOX SPORTS' INDY 500 COVERAGE: Pato O'Ward pens letter to Indy 500: 'Had my heart broken here … but it also fuels me' 2025 Indy 500 liveries: See the designs of all 34 cars on the track at The Brickyard Everything to know about the Indy 500: Entry list, schedule, Carb Day, favorites Counting down the 25 most memorable moments in Indy 500 history INDYCAR Power Rankings: Will the Indy 500 jumble this list? recommended Get more from NTT INDYCAR SERIES Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more
Fox Sports
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- Fox Sports
Marcus Ericsson calls winning 2022 Indy 500 'a dream come true' in letter to fans
Marcus Ericsson Special to This first-person essay is part of a special series leading up to the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 on May 25 on FOX in which INDYCAR drivers penned letters about what the historic race means to them. Read them all here. Dear Fans, The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is more than just a racetrack — it's a place unlike any other in the world. For me, it's the history, the people, the traditions, and of course, the speed that make it so unique. All of those come together to create something truly special. The atmosphere at IMS on race day is something you need to experience in person. Everywhere you look, there are people filled with excitement. It's mind-blowing and difficult to put into words, and that's what makes it so unique. If it's your first time at the track, there are a few must-do experiences. Walking down Gasoline Alley and through the garages is a great one. Fans can get close to the cars, the crews, and even the drivers. And now, with the newly renovated Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, there's even more to explore. If you have a few extra days in Indy, I would spend a few hours there. The museum gives you a whole new appreciation for what this event means, not just to the drivers, but to the city of Indianapolis and the fans. Every year, I meet people who've been coming to the Indy 500 for 50, 60, even 70 years. For many, this race is a tradition — it's more than just a sporting event. It's a celebration. As for watching the race, you really can't go wrong with any spot around the track. But if I had to pick a favorite? Turn 1 is always a great place to be — the intensity of that first turn is something else. The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is more than just a racetrack — it's a place unlike any other in the world. Winning the Indy 500 was a dream come true for me. It changed my life forever. That's the power of this race. We spend the entire season working toward this one moment, and to achieve it means everything. My biggest piece of advice? Take it all in and experience as much as possible. Talk to the fans around you — people here are really friendly and passionate about this race. Share the moment with others and make some special memories. See you on race day! - Marcus BEST OF FOX SPORTS' INDY 500 COVERAGE: Pato O'Ward pens letter to Indy 500: 'Had my heart broken here … but it also fuels me' 2025 Indy 500 liveries: See the designs of all 34 cars on the track at The Brickyard Everything to know about the Indy 500: Entry list, schedule, Carb Day, favorites Counting down the 25 most memorable moments in Indy 500 history INDYCAR Power Rankings: Will the Indy 500 jumble this list? recommended Get more from NTT INDYCAR SERIES Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more
Fox Sports
28-02-2025
- Automotive
- Fox Sports
2025 INDYCAR odds: Pato O'Ward to win outright, Josef Newgarden to show at St. Pete
So you're looking to do some betting on the INDYCAR opener at St. Petersburg that airs this Sunday on FOX? Just remember this about the series: Seven drivers won two or more races last year. No driver won more than three. So parity is the name of the game, which makes betting a bit of a challenge. Let's dive into my picks for St. Petersburg: Pato O'Ward Outright Winner O'Ward won last year but didn't know he had won until more than a month after the checkered flag. That's because it was discovered that "winner" Josef Newgarden had access to the push-to-pass boost mechanism on restarts when it should have been disabled. O'Ward won the race with no laps led but a solid second-place run across the finish line. He wants to show he can earn the trophy by coming across the finish line first. PICK: Pato O' Ward 11/2 Outright Winner Scott McLaughlin Place The Penske driver was also disqualified last year for the same violation as his teammate. But St. Pete is still a place where McLaughlin has good vibes, as he earned his first career INDYCAR victory in the 2022 season opener. PICK: Scott McLaughlin 14/5 to Place Josef Newgarden Show Newgarden will want to prove that he earned last year's victory — despite the disqualification. He won races at St. Pete in 2019 and 2020. This is still one of his best tracks no matter what the record book says. PICK: Josef Newgarden 10/11 to Show Chevrolet Winning Manufacturer The winner listed here drives a Chevrolet, as do the place and show selections. That's not to say a Honda win would be a surprise, as a Ganassi or Andretti car certainly could capture the victory. PICK: Chevrolet 10/17 to be Winning Manufacturer Bob Pockrass covers NASCAR and IndyCar for FOX Sports. He has spent decades covering motorsports, including over 30 Daytona 500s, with stints at ESPN, Sporting News, NASCAR Scene magazine and The (Daytona Beach) News-Journal. Follow him on Twitter @bobpockrass. Full INDYCAR on FOX coverage: INDYCAR Power Rankings: Alex Palou tops preseason list, but for how long? INDYCAR on FOX primer: 25 key questions answered for the 2025 season McLaren boss Zak Brown 'couldn't be more excited' for start of 2025 INDYCAR season How to watch the 2025 INDYCAR season: TV channels, streaming, dates Old faces, new places: Ranking INDYCAR lineup changes for 2025 Two-time defending INDYCAR champ Alex Palou's next challenge: Conquering ovals 5 INDYCAR storylines to watch in 2025: Alex Palou's three-peat attempt Hailie Deegan moving from NASCAR to open-wheel racing for 2025 recommended Get more from NTT INDYCAR SERIES Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more
