Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Indiana
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway, located in Speedway, Indiana, is a legendary motor racing circuit renowned worldwide for hosting the Indianapolis 500 and the Brickyard 400 NASCAR race. Constructed in 1909, it is the third-oldest permanent automobile race track globally and the first to be called a 'speedway'. The track features a 2.5-mile rectangular oval with relatively flat banking and has remained largely unchanged since its inception. A modern infield road course was added in 2000, enhancing its versatility for various racing formats including Formula One and MotoGP events. The Speedway is also home to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, showcasing automotive racing history and hall of fame exhibits. With a permanent seating capacity exceeding 257,000, it holds the record as the highest-capacity sports venue worldwide. The Speedway is often referred to as "The Brickyard" due to its original brick surface and self-identifies as the "Racing Capital of the World." It is a National Historic Landmark and a key cultural icon in American motorsports.
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Astuce: Visit during major race events like the Indianapolis 500 for an unparalleled atmosphere. Purchase tickets in advance online to secure seating and consider arriving early to explore the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum. Weekdays outside race weekends offer a quieter experience. Check the official website for event schedules and visitor information. Discounts may be available for groups, military personnel, and children. Utilize public transport or designated parking areas on race days to ease access.
Faits intéressants
- •The Indianapolis Motor Speedway has a permanent seating capacity of 257,325, making it the largest sports venue in the world by capacity.
- •It was the first racing circuit to be called a 'speedway' and is the third-oldest permanent automobile race track globally.
- •The track surface was originally paved with bricks, earning it the nickname 'The Brickyard'.
- •The Speedway hosted the opening ceremonies of the 1987 Pan American Games.
- •The infield road course was modified in 2008 and 2014 to accommodate motorcycle racing and enhance competition.
- •The garage area is famously known as 'Gasoline Alley', although racecars have used methanol and ethanol fuels rather than gasoline.
Histoire
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway was built in 1909, inspired by entrepreneur Carl G.
Fisher's vision to create a dedicated testing and racing ground for automobiles, improving safety and spectator experience over horse tracks and public roads.
It was the second purpose-built banked oval circuit after Brooklands and the first to be named a 'speedway.' Over the years, it expanded from its original 320 acres to more than 559 acres.
The Speedway has hosted numerous prestigious racing events including the Indianapolis 500 since its inception, the United States Grand Prix, and MotoGP.
Ownership transitioned from Fisher and his partners to Eddie Rickenbacker in 1927, then to Tony Hulman after World War II, whose family managed it for three generations until 2019.
It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1987, recognizing its significance in automotive racing history.
Guide du lieu
Main Oval Track1909
The iconic 2.5-mile rectangular oval track with four flat turns and two long straightaways, unchanged since 1909, hosting the Indianapolis 500 and other major races.
Infield Road Course2000
A modern FIA Grade One infield road course completed in 2000, incorporating parts of the oval and designed for various racing series including Formula One and MotoGP.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum1956
Museum located in the infield, opened in 1956 and moved to its current building in 1976, housing a vast collection of racing cars, memorabilia, and the Hall of Fame.
Gasoline Alley
The garage area where race teams prepare and maintain their cars during events, famously known as 'Gasoline Alley'.
Brickyard Crossing Golf Course1929
A unique golf course partially located inside the track's infield, originally opened in 1929, featuring 14 holes outside the track and 4 holes inside.
Contact
Téléphone: (317) 492-8500
