IndyCar News: Race Morning Report for the Indianapolis 500

Good morning from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the running of the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge.

It is early here, but the track is bustling with activity in the darkness. It is about 55 degrees right now, with temperatures predicted to be around 67 degrees by the start of this infamous race.

The sun begins to rise over the Indianapolis Motor Speedway as the gun sounds at 6:00am for the gates to open

It looks like the rain is not in the forecast for this area today, which is good news for Kyle Larson, who is attempting to do the “double” today. There is probably a stronger chance of rain in Charlotte, North Carolina, than here.

This year could be the most challenging to pick a favorite to win the race, with a young rookie on the pole and many former winners scattered through the field

Casey Irsay-Foyt Photo courtesy of Penske Entertainment

Casey Irsay Foyt will be the honorary started for today’s race, waving the green flag at the start of the race to honor the legacy of her father, Jim Irsay on May 21, Foyt will join her sisters Carlie Irsay-Gordon and Kalen Jackson representing the new ownership of the Indianapolis Colts.

Foyt resides in Carmel, Indiana with her husband, Indianapolis 500 veteran Anthony J. Foyt IV and their five children.

You can see the race on Fox today starting 10 am ET.

The green flag falls at 12:46 pm

Lucille Dust reporting live from Indianapolis