INDIANAPOLIS — The greatest spectacle in racing is finally here.
350,000 fans worldwide are making their way to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the 109th Running of the Indianapolis 500. Stay tuned as we bring you all the latest updates!
4:15 p.m. — 20 laps remain. Formerly in lead position, Ryan Hunter-Reay is now out. Marcus Ericsson leads Alex Palou, David Malukas and Pat O'Ward.
3:45 p.m. — Back-to-back winner Josef Newgarden is out.
3:10 p.m. — Ryan Hunter-Reay leads the race with 100 laps remaining.
2:55 p.m. — Kyle Larson, Kyffin Simpson and Sting Ray Robb are out after crashing during restart. Larson now heads to Charlotte to race the Coca-Cola 600.
KYLE LARSON LOSES CONTROL 🫣
— NTT INDYCAR SERIES (@IndyCar) May 25, 2025
The No. 17 @ArrowMcLaren is OUT of the #Indy500. pic.twitter.com/shImdxZPqb
2:50 p.m. — Rookie and pole winner Robert Shwartzman swerved into his pit crew during a pit stop and out of the race.
Rookie and #Indy500 pole sitter @ShwartzmanRob is OUT after this scary incident on pit lane. pic.twitter.com/NjgM7WnmE9
— NTT INDYCAR SERIES (@IndyCar) May 25, 2025
2:40 p.m. — Alexander Rossi hits the pit stop for engine maintenance and his No. 20 car catches fire. Rinus VeeKay crashes in the pitlane. Both drivers out.
VEEKAY SPINS ON PIT LANE 😬
— NTT INDYCAR SERIES (@IndyCar) May 25, 2025
The #Indy500 is currently under caution on Lap 87. pic.twitter.com/5vDzhFPfyJ
2:25 p.m. — Top 5 on Lap 50:
- Takuma Sato
- Conor Daly
- David Malukas
- Alex Palou
- Santino Ferrucci
1:50 p.m. — The race has been called under a yellow flag due to light rain.
1:39: p.m. — The 109th Indianapolis 500 has officially started! The green flag is waving, and the engines are roaring — but not without a post-start crash from Marco Andretti.
A wreck after the green flag to start the #Indy500!@MarcoAndretti's day is DONE in his 20th start. pic.twitter.com/B4LsQtHeZq
— NTT INDYCAR SERIES (@IndyCar) May 25, 2025
1:31 p.m. PRE-RACE MISHAPS: Scott McLaughlin crashed before turn one during the pace lap, appearing to be out for the day. Meanwhile, Scott Dixon's car was seen sparking on the track.
OH, NO! 😳@smclaughlin93 crashes on the pace laps to start the #Indy500. pic.twitter.com/XTYgbhDN20
— NTT INDYCAR SERIES (@IndyCar) May 25, 2025
12:41 p.m. — The beloved tradition continues as Jim Cornelison takes the stage to perform "Back Home Again in Indiana."
We’ve waited all year to hear this 🥹
— Indianapolis Motor Speedway (@IMS) May 25, 2025
It's @Anthem_Singer with “Back Home Again in Indiana” before the #Indy500!#INDYCAR | #ThisIsMay pic.twitter.com/aDgIWTZq1z
12:35 p.m. — Race control has put the starting command on hold due to rain in the area. Will It Rain on Race Day?
UPDATE: #INDYCAR race control has put a hold on the command to fire engines for the #Indy500 due to weather.
— NTT INDYCAR SERIES (@IndyCar) May 25, 2025
Stay with FOX for more updates.
12:24 p.m. — The energy is palpable as Natalie Grant performs the national anthem, setting a heartfelt tone for the 109th Indianapolis 500.
Land of the free, home of the brave 🇺🇸@NatalieGrant performs the national anthem ahead of the #Indy500!#INDYCAR | #ThisIsMay pic.twitter.com/sptS9XbrC1
— Indianapolis Motor Speedway (@IMS) May 25, 2025
12 p.m. — A thrilling flyover kicks off the excitement as jets soar above the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, amplifying the atmosphere ahead of the 109th Indianapolis 500.
11 a.m. — Here comes the drivers! Back-to-back Indy 500 champion Josef Newgarden is making his way to the track.
HERE COME THE DRIVERS!! @josefnewgarden INDY 500 2024 winner makes his way to the track! @wrtv pic.twitter.com/x1Cf1Xiw90
— Lauren Schwentker (@LaurenWRTV) May 25, 2025
10:32 a.m. — The excitement builds as the IU Health helicopter makes a grand entrance, flying in with the green flag!
Green flag ✅@IUHealthFdn provided the flag that will kick off today's #Indy500 to the track via helicopter! 🚁 pic.twitter.com/gnMxijN6OQ
— Indianapolis Motor Speedway (@IMS) May 25, 2025
10:30 a.m. — The Purdue Band fills the air with energy as they perform "On the Banks of the Wabash" at the 109th Indianapolis 500.
9:30 a.m. — The atmosphere is electric as various celebrities grace the red carpet, adding an extra layer of excitement to the iconic Indianapolis 500 race day festivities.
FIND PHOTOS & INTERVIEWS HERE: Indy 500 Red Carpet: Celebrities Bring the Glam to Race Day!
8:30 a.m. - The Indiana State Police are reporting heavy traffic this morning. They posted, "Traffic on I-465 on the west side is heavy, and ramps are backed up. Use caution heading to the track. Give yourself plenty of time. Be safe. Stay safe."
8:00 a.m. - Weather Update: Officials from the National Weather Service reported light sprinkles in central Illinois, but dry air is helping to evaporate most precipitation. They anticipate that sprinkles could arrive in Indianapolis around 10 a.m.
7:00 a.m. - The lineup for this year's Indy 500 Coors Light Snake Pit is set:
- 8:00 a.m. – Oliver Heldens
- 9:15 a.m. – Kayzo
- 10:30 a.m. – Sammy Virji
- 11:45 a.m. – Indy 500 Pre-Race
- 12:50 p.m. – Illenium
- 2:35 p.m. – Two Friends
6:30 a.m. - Troopers from the Indiana State Police are prepared for a hectic race day. They shared on social media that their briefing for the 109th Running of the #Indy500 has concluded.
Our troopers have had their briefing prior to the 109th Running of the #Indy500
— Indiana State Police (@IndStatePolice) May 25, 2025
We are here to make sure your race experience is safe and enjoyable.
Please leave yourself plenty of time this morning as traffic will be extremely heavy coming into the track. pic.twitter.com/krm3Gp0ASq
6:00 a.m. - Chief Chris Bailey of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department kicked off the day with the traditional cannon firing at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
In a social media post, he encouraged fans to be patient and appreciate the law enforcement officers who are working throughout the day to keep everyone safe.
Honored to be part of this amazing @IMS tradition - firing the cannon to open the gates for race day! 🏁
— Chief Chris Bailey (@IMPD_Chief) May 25, 2025
As you head in, please be patient & take a moment to thank the law enforcement officers working hard today.
It’s a long day for them & they’re here to keep you safe. pic.twitter.com/yMzmRqLeFu
