Photo credit: Penske Entertainment: Chris Jones Sometimes the racing world baffles me. Growing up following stick-and-ball sports, I've always believed that pro sports are a meritocracy. The best players play. Yes, I know that there are always politics involved. Trust me, covering minor league baseball for 15 years, I watched players with seven-figure bonuses get … Continue reading Will Power. Make it Make Sense
Author: Mike Knapp
Wrapping Up Monterrey
We're back! Well, we've actually never been away, it just seems like it. I think between us, Abby and I have attended most of the races this season, but haven't done anything on the blog/podcast side. Oh, well, it's Monday, isn't that when all good things start? Anyway, yesterday was another runaway win for Alex … Continue reading Wrapping Up Monterrey
The Best of IndyCar, 2024
Can you believe that the NTT IndyCar Series will be on track at St. Pete in just 10 short days? Where has the winter gone? Yeah, I'm kidding. It's freezing cold, and it's been 156 days since the last race. In all honestly, it's sucked. But, the off-season is behind us now. The cars are … Continue reading The Best of IndyCar, 2024
IndyCar’s Coming to Dallas
Well, Arlington. I'm not gonna lie, I'm pretty pumped to hear the news of IndyCar heading to a street race in (the) Dallas (area) in 2026. I'm even more pumped to hear that the promotion of said event will include the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers. While it's not a return to Texas Motor Speedway … Continue reading IndyCar’s Coming to Dallas
IndyCar Silly Season: Surprises and Predictions for the Final Races
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-xmij8-16ad9d1 Welcome to Fast Cars, Fast Girls, hosted by Abby Meyer and Mike Knapp. After a busy summer, Abby and Mike are back to discuss the latest developments in the IndyCar series. The episode kicks off with an in-depth look at David Malukas' early Silly Season moves and his transition to Asian Port Racing. The … Continue reading IndyCar Silly Season: Surprises and Predictions for the Final Races
Road America Wrap-Up
Like a lot of you, I spent this past weekend at America's National Park of Speed, Road America. Outside of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Road America is my second-favorite track on the schedule. If you've never been, put it on your list, because it is well worth it. The area around the track is beautiful, … Continue reading Road America Wrap-Up
The Roar Is Over
If you know where the title of this post comes from, it means we can be friends. That used to be the title of the Indianapolis 500 wrap-up show on one of the local television stations, and I always think about that when I leave the Speedway after a race. I've been coming to IMS … Continue reading The Roar Is Over
wrapping up pole day
As always, the final round of qualifying for the 108th Indianapolis 500 did not disappoint. Both the Last Chance Shootout and the Firestone Fast 6 came down to the last driver on track, and eventually we saw the fastest pole speed in history, and a front row the likes of we haven't seen in 36 … Continue reading wrapping up pole day
indy gp wrap
Since we only got in about 25 minutes of running time before rain wiped out the first day of practice for the 108th Indianapolis 500, it means I still have time to put down my thoughts on last Saturday's Indy GP. First the good stuff: cars were on track at IMS. Cool. Now the rest: … Continue reading indy gp wrap
Racing Traditions and the Magic of the Indy 500 with Doug Boles
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-a33g9-1602f09 In this illuminating episode of “Fast Cars Fast Girls” hosts Abby Meyer and Mike Knapp discuss the traditions, challenges, and excitement of race organizing with Indianapolis Motor Speedway President, Doug Boles. Gaining insider perspective on the lead up to major racing events and coordination of extraordinary natural phenomena at the racetrack, listeners are treated … Continue reading Racing Traditions and the Magic of the Indy 500 with Doug Boles
Your INDYCAR Experience 