Open wheel racing

Dixon, Honda Claim Pole For 105th Running of the Indianapolis 500

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021

This is Honda's 14th pole in 21 races at the Indianapolis 500, and 7th pole with multi-manufacturer competition.

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  • This is Honda's 14th pole in 21 races at the Indianapolis 500, and 7th pole with multi-manufacturer competition.
  • This is Scott Dixon's fourth Indianapolis pole in 19 Indianapolis 500s, with his previous pole runs coming in 2008 (when he also won the race), 2015 and 2017.
  • Honda drivers also have completed more race laps at the Indianapolis 500 than any other carmaker: 67,789 laps.
  • Live NBC network coverage of the 105th running of the Indianapolis 500 begins at 11 a.m. EDT, with the green flag to start Sunday's 200-lap contest at 12:45 p.m. EDT.

PeopleReady Unveils New Ad Featuring Two-Time Indy 500 Champ Takuma Sato

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Monday, May 24, 2021

With the 2021 Indianapolis 500 right around the corner, PeopleReady today announced a new ad with two-time and reigning Indy 500 champ, Takuma Sato.

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  • With the 2021 Indianapolis 500 right around the corner, PeopleReady today announced a new ad with two-time and reigning Indy 500 champ, Takuma Sato.
  • PeopleReady is a sponsor of both Sato and his Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing (RLL) teammate, Graham Rahal, for this years Indy 500 race.
  • We are proud to partner with Takuma and his RLL teammate, Graham Rahal, as sponsors for this years Indy 500.
  • The ad will be broadcast on NBC leading up to and throughout the Indy 500 as well as on CTV streaming services and social media.

2021 Louis Schwitzer Award Honors Biomedical Engineering for INDYCAR® Driver Safety

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Friday, May 21, 2021

b'INDIANAPOLIS, May 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The 55th annual Louis Schwitzer Award was presented to Terry Trammell, M.D., for his work on biomedical engineering for INDYCAR Driver Safety earlier today at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS).

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  • b'INDIANAPOLIS, May 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The 55th annual Louis Schwitzer Award was presented to Terry Trammell, M.D., for his work on biomedical engineering for INDYCAR Driver Safety earlier today at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS).
  • Dr. Trammell\'s numerous contributions have advanced motorsports safety and prevented driver injuries.
  • "\nIn addition to Dr. Trammell\'s renowned orthopedic abilities, his undergraduate degree is in chemical engineering with a specialization in biomedical engineering.
  • Award recipients receive $10,000 and their names added to the Louis Schwitzer Award trophy, which sits at the IMS Museum.\nBeyond sponsoring this engineer-focused award, BorgWarner contributes to the excitement of the Indianapolis 500 in a variety of other ways.

NTT and INDYCAR Extend Entitlement Partnership, Welcome Fans Back to the Indy 500 with Smart Venue Operations at Indianapolis Motor Speedway

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Thursday, May 20, 2021

b'NTT is continuing its multi-tiered partnership with INDYCAR , signing a multi-year extension as the entitlement sponsor of the NTT INDYCAR SERIES.

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  • b'NTT is continuing its multi-tiered partnership with INDYCAR , signing a multi-year extension as the entitlement sponsor of the NTT INDYCAR SERIES.
  • In doing so, NTT will continue to deliver the smart technology backbone that will enhance the race experience for INDYCAR fans attending the 105th Running of the Indianapolis 500 - and from wherever else they may be watching - on Sunday, May 30 at the famed Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cOver the first two years as entitlement sponsor of the series, the dedicated team at NTT has helped INDYCAR become more efficient and effective through smart technologies.
  • NTT is helping INDYCAR adapt by creating new ways for fans to engage and connect through digital,\xe2\x80\x9d said Bob Pryor, Chief Executive Officer, NTT DATA Services.

Clausthaler Non-Alcoholic Premium Beer Expands Relationship With Andretti Autosport

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021

"Our partnership with him not only extends our relationship within the Andretti family, but it will undoubtedly bring increased awareness and exposure to the Clausthaler brand family to a larger audience base.

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  • "Our partnership with him not only extends our relationship within the Andretti family, but it will undoubtedly bring increased awareness and exposure to the Clausthaler brand family to a larger audience base.
  • The company is led by Chairman and CEO Michael Andretti, one of the most successful drivers in the history of the sport.
  • While Andretti is no longer leading the team from behind the wheel of the car, he is at the helm of the team\'s business operations.\nAs with the Alexander Rossi agreement, Clausthaler and Andretti Autosport will be co-promoting the Clausthaler brand on social media channels, including Facebook and Instagram.
  • Radeberger Gruppe USA\'s distribution includes Radeberger Pilsner, Schfferhofer Grapefruit, Schfferhofer Pomegranate, Sion Klsch, Clausthaler Original, Clausthaler Dry Hopped, Clausthaler Grapefruit, Santa Clausthaler, DAB and Braufactum.\nAndretti Autosport, led by racing legend Michael Andretti, boasts a wide racing portfolio rooted in tradition and designed for success.\nUnder the banners of Andretti Autosport and BMWi Andretti Motorsport, the Indianapolis-based team fields multiple entries across the INDYCAR SERIES, Indy Lights, the FIA Formula E Championship and the IMSA WeatherTech Sportscar Championship LMP3 division.

The Intersection of Design & Racing: Vuse and Arrow McLaren SP Bring Undefeated Style to Life on the No. 7 Vuse Arrow McLaren SP Racecar

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Monday, May 17, 2021

Bond and Undefeated have been working with Vuse and AMSP on this unique collaboration to design the No.

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  • Bond and Undefeated have been working with Vuse and AMSP on this unique collaboration to design the No.
  • 7 Vuse Arrow McLaren SP racecar and showcase the car during one of the biggest sporting moments in the world, theIndianapolis 500.\n"We\'re beyond excited to unveil Undefeated\'s design for theNo.
  • 7 Vuse Arrow McLaren SP car," said Frank Silva, Senior Vice President of Activation & Trade Marketing for Reynolds.
  • 7 Vuse Arrow McLaren SP racecar.\n"We are excited to partner with Arrow McLaren SP for the biggest motorsport event of the year, the Indy 500," said James Bond, Founder, Undefeated.

Legendary Racecar Driver A.J. Foyt Uncut: The Four-time Indy 500 Champ Shares Secrets to Success And Embraces Mistakes He's Made in More Than Six Decades of Racing

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Monday, May 17, 2021

But don\'t let that bother you," said Foyt.\nThe four-time Indy 500 winner took the checkered flag in the greatest spectacle in racing in 1961, 1964, 1967 and 1977.

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  • But don\'t let that bother you," said Foyt.\nThe four-time Indy 500 winner took the checkered flag in the greatest spectacle in racing in 1961, 1964, 1967 and 1977.
  • Foyt is the only driver who has won the Indy 500, the Daytona 500 (1972) and the 24 Hours of Le Mans (1967).
  • He holds multiple records67 Indy Car wins and 7 Indy Car championships as a driver.
  • When asked about his most memorable event, Foyt said, "My favorite racing moment was every time I pulled into victory lane I enjoyed it.

MannKind Announces Partnership With Type 1 Diabetes IndyCar Driver Conor Daly

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Thursday, May 13, 2021

b'WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. and INDIANAPOLIS, May 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- MannKind Corporation (Nasdaq: MNKD) is revved up to announce a partnership for the 2021 season with NTT INDYCAR SERIES driver Conor Daly, who is living with Type 1 diabetes (T1D) and will help raise awareness about diabetes and innovative management options.

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  • b'WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. and INDIANAPOLIS, May 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- MannKind Corporation (Nasdaq: MNKD) is revved up to announce a partnership for the 2021 season with NTT INDYCAR SERIES driver Conor Daly, who is living with Type 1 diabetes (T1D) and will help raise awareness about diabetes and innovative management options.
  • MannKind will also be a primary sponsor for Ed Carpenter Racing as Daly debuts the No.
  • "I\'m excited to work with MannKind again for the 2021 racing season and I look forward to sharing my T1D story through this partnership," said Daly.
  • Both will be entered in the Indianapolis 500 alongside 2020 Rookie of the Year Rinus VeeKay, full-time driver of the No.

MannKind Announces Partnership With Type 1 Diabetes IndyCar Driver Conor Daly

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Thursday, May 13, 2021

b"WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. and INDIANAPOLIS, May 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MannKind Corporation (Nasdaq: MNKD) is revved up to announce an elevated partnership for the 2021 season with NTT INDYCAR SERIES driver Conor Daly, who is living with Type 1 diabetes (T1D) and will help raise awareness about diabetes and innovative management options.

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  • b"WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. and INDIANAPOLIS, May 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MannKind Corporation (Nasdaq: MNKD) is revved up to announce an elevated partnership for the 2021 season with NTT INDYCAR SERIES driver Conor Daly, who is living with Type 1 diabetes (T1D) and will help raise awareness about diabetes and innovative management options.
  • MannKind will also be a primary sponsor for Ed Carpenter Racing as Daly debuts the No.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cI\xe2\x80\x99m excited to work with MannKind again for the 2021 racing season and I look forward to sharing my T1D story through this partnership,\xe2\x80\x9d said Daly.
  • 20 MannKind Chevrolet will feature an edgy \xe2\x80\x9cTired of Pricks?\xe2\x80\x9d tagline \xe2\x80\x93a purposeful wordplay designed to draw attention to NeedleFreeInsulin.com.

“Mouser Machine” Makes 2021 Debut at Indy GMR Grand Prix

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021

18 car will sport a sleek Mouser Blue livery for the second year in a row at the 2021 GMR Grand Prix on May 15.

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  • 18 car will sport a sleek Mouser Blue livery for the second year in a row at the 2021 GMR Grand Prix on May 15.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)\nWith driver Ed Jones behind the wheel of the Mouser- and Molex-sponsored No.
  • 18 car, the Dale Coyne Racing with Vasser Sullivan team now sets their sights on the GMR Grand Prix at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course.
  • 18 car at the GMR Grand Prix,\xe2\x80\x9d said Todd McAtee, Mouser Electronics\xe2\x80\x99 Vice President, Americas Business Development.