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
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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
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
thoughts on bama
Hey, y'all, guess what? It's Maaaaayyyy! May is my favorite month for a lot of reasons: the weather is getting better and will (hopefully) stay that way, everything is turning green, it's my birthday month -- and next year that will fall on Race Day -- and of course, the Greatest Spectacle in Racing will … Continue reading thoughts on bama
lost speedway: meadowdale raceway
I've always had an interest in history, so when I became a racing fan 45 years ago, I was determined to learn all I could about the sport. Of course, I'm a huge fan of all of the history revolving around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, but I'm also fascinated by racetracks -- and racecourses -- … Continue reading lost speedway: meadowdale raceway
LOOKING BACK AT ST. PETE
It was great to see IndyCar back on track over the weekend in St. Pete. We weren't treated to the greatest race in history -- more on that later -- but winter is officially over and we have 16 more races to enjoy between now and September. Here are a few thoughts I have from … Continue reading LOOKING BACK AT ST. PETE
Fearless 2024 indycar predictions
The long wait is (almost) over! It's finally IndyCar race week! It's been a long wait since the 2023 season finale last September at Laguna Seca, but we have made it through the off-season! In just a few short days, the series will be back on track on the streets, parking lots, and runways at … Continue reading Fearless 2024 indycar predictions
big changes in Nashville
By Mike Knapp Two of the most iconic acronyms in the country are NFL and IBM. Of course, while they represent the National Football League and International Business Machines, they also have alternate meanings: NFL also stands for "Not For Long", because of how things quickly change in the league, and IBM also means "I've … Continue reading big changes in Nashville
Thoughts from the rolex 24
By Mike Knapp Between the excitement of the Rolex 24 weekend and seeing a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch (a bucket list item of mine) from my hotel in Orlando on Sunday night, it was a pretty good few days in the Sunshine State. It was great to be back at the Rolex for the … Continue reading Thoughts from the rolex 24
Five Things That Might Happen in 2024
I attended my first-ever IndyCar Content Days last week, and it was a lot of fun. One thing I didn’t realize is that the drivers are extremely busy, and while I was a bit disappointed we didn’t get much more than about 20 minutes with them, there were some decent tidbits. It definitely had a … Continue reading Five Things That Might Happen in 2024
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