Fast Six: What's trending in INDYCAR
JAN 30, 2019
INDYCAR's #FastSix is a report that borrows from all things found online about NTT IndyCar Series racing, its drivers and people. We find pics, quips and the occasional GIF as INDYCAR drivers live their extraordinary lives and put the evidence on Twitter, Instagram and more. Check back regularly for the latest
24 hours of all-star racing and selfies
It was an all-star week of fun on social media with plenty of posts from our NTT IndyCar Series drivers, especially those that were among an all-star lineup of racers taking turns behind the wheel of sports cars competing in the Rolex 24 at Daytona. While there were plenty of posts from the pits, of winners and podium photos, we especially noticed a whole lot of selfies with a certain two-time Indy car champion.
This post from Dale Coyne Racing with Vasser-Sullivan co-owner Jimmy Vasser could have been captioned: “Winner of the ‘most photographed or selfied person at the Rolex 24’ award goes to … Alex Zanardi.”
Great to catch up with @jimmyvasser and @lxznr tonight. #legends @DISupdates 💪🏼💪🏼 pic.twitter.com/0y2r1feiDt
— Scott Dixon (@scottdixon9) January 5, 2019
Today @Rolex24Hours I first found the bottom 1/2 and then the owner of it @lxznr #friendsforever #family pic.twitter.com/g0mPXvRTz1
— Max Papis (@maxpapis) January 25, 2019
All-star ride
While there was a lot of interesting racing on track at Daytona, it looks like 2016 NTT IndyCar Series champion Simon Pagenaud had an entertaining ride of his own, courtesy of another former Indy car driver.
.@rubarrichello: 11-time @F1 winner, but an even better motorhome chauffeur 😂😂 #rolex24 @DISupdates @Rolex24Hours pic.twitter.com/ZCObZ1rkrf
— Simon Pagenaud (@simonpagenaud) January 26, 2019
NHL All-Star “Game on”
Arrow Schmidt Peterson Motorsports’ James Hinchcliffe, INDYCAR driver and hockey fan (a prerequisite to being Canadian, of course), had plenty of fun at the NHL All-Star Game in San Jose, California, thanks to Honda. A few of his all-star shenanigans were documented in his Instagram story highlights (find it at https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17895079162295432/), but the winning photo (and caption) was of Hinch with two other Canadian beauties.
Three Indy 500 all-star drivers (and an appropriately tall Borg-Warner Trophy)
There were enough yellow shirts at Indy 500 night at the Indiana Pacers NBA game Monday night in Indianapolis to make past Indy 500 pole sitters Ed Carpenter, James Hinchcliffe and Will Power feel right at home, but they quickly realized it really was in support of their friend and 2018 Indy 500 pace car driver Victor Oladipo, the Pacers star player recently injured.
We can’t wait for #Indy500 night to get started at @TheFieldhouse with the @Pacers, but what’s up with all the yellow flags everywhere? 🤣🤣🤣 #Together4Vic | #IsItMayYet pic.twitter.com/yw28OWeE4l
— Indianapolis Motor Speedway (@IMS) January 28, 2019
What happens when you put two of Indiana's favorite loves of 🏁 & 🏀 together?
— Team Penske (@Team_Penske) January 29, 2019
Some 🥁 magic with @12willpower as he helped @IMS show off the 2019 #INDY500 ticket design! pic.twitter.com/m0fhIoK845
After defending Indy 500 winner Power unveiled the 2019 Indy 500 ticket design to the crowd and the three did some interviews, you had to know there would be mischief … and more cowbell.
📹 @KatieHargitt catches up with @12WillPower, @edcarpenter20, and @Hinchtown during #Indy500 Night: pic.twitter.com/sBXQOD5YKl
— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) January 29, 2019
Bit of drumming at the Pacers game.. pic.twitter.com/XPHZ8djtOd
— Will Power (@12WillPower) January 29, 2019
All-star #couplegoals
Still two weeks away from Valentine’s Day, but these all-star couples had our hearts all a-twitter this week.
Scott and Emma Dixon are at it again as they up the adorable loving couple factor while deservedly spending quality time together and (over-)celebrating their anniversary before the NTT IndyCar Series season ramps up for the Chip Ganassi Racing driver and reigning champion.
🏖 Little anniversary trip before it gets real. Someone feeling it this morning #hungover 🔥 pic.twitter.com/FykNF0ubEI
— Scott Dixon (@scottdixon9) January 29, 2019
Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing’s Graham Rahal tweeted out a modern-day love letter in support of his wife, Courtney Force, the winningest female Funny Car driver in NHRA history, following the announcement that she was retiring from drag racing competition. Wishing them both the best for this new chapter in their life together.
I couldnt be more proud of @courtneyforce for what she’s accomplished on track, but I’m more proud of the person she is. She carried herself w/ class, dignity & treated everyone with compassion & care. C, I look up to you everyday & cant wait to see what goal you accomplish next! pic.twitter.com/PoPy6yrSIO
— Graham Rahal (@GrahamRahal) January 24, 2019
Success isn’t measured by wins, even though most people think it is. It’s measured by the person you are & @courtneyforce is an amazing woman. No matter where life takes her, and us, I’ll always be supportive, stand by your side and ALWAYS have your back. Love you babe. Congrats! pic.twitter.com/Uz2MVf6FcY
— Graham Rahal (@GrahamRahal) January 24, 2019
All-star exercise in determination
We continue to be inspired and awed not only by Robert Wickens’ determination and strength with every step, but his willingness to share his rehab journey with us.
It was great having @pitfittraining in town last week! They gave me extra motivation and some overtime workouts! This video is awesome because my left leg is getting more strength finally! For the first time I was able to pull my left leg through consistently. Max HR 167! 😧 pic.twitter.com/P1RVl2mHEe
— Robert Wickens (@robertwickens) January 29, 2019