INDYCAR Fast Six: What's Trending In @INDYCAR
MAY 16, 2018
INDYCAR's #FastSix is a report that borrows from all things found online about Verizon 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.
Still has Indy on his mind
Pietro Fittipaldi was in good spirits upon his arrival in Indianapolis, where he is going through rehabilitation to recover from a broken left leg and broken right ankle sustained in a sports car crash that is forcing him to miss driving in the Indianapolis 500. We wish Pi-Fitti (@PiFitti) a speedy recovery … see what we did there!
🇬🇧Big thank you to everyone for all the kind messages I received over the past week. I’m in Indianapolis now working on my recovery. We will be back racing very soon! pic.twitter.com/wXrKuWDpcn
— Pietro Fittipaldi (@PiFitti) May 15, 2018
A ‘driver’ in more ways than one
Harding Racing driver Gabby Chaves talked with “legendary” golfer Al Unser Jr., who also happens to be the team’s driving coach, at the Brickyard Crossing Golf Course. Check out “The Amazing Unsers: From Albuquerque to Indianapolis” exhibit at the IMS Museum running through Oct. 28.
WATCH: @GabbyChaves interviews legendary golfer, @AlUnserJr. here. #ThisIsMay #GoGabbyGo pic.twitter.com/v7DAtAy4nX
— Harding Racing (@HardingRacing88) May 8, 2018
Mother’s Day tribute
On Sunday, Ryan Hunter-Reay remembered his mom, Lydia, who died of cancer in 2009. She was the inspiration for Ryan to start Racing for Cancer, which raises awareness and funds in the fight against the disease. Race fans can contribute to the cause and have a blast at the same time on May 25, when Speedway Indoor Karting blocks away from Indianapolis Motor Speedway hosts Carb Day Karting for Cancer. Learn more at https://carbdaykartingforcancer.com/.
A special Mother’s Day tribute to Lydia Hunter-Reay. Her memory truly inspires us to do what we can to help #beatcancer We know @RyanHunterReay misses her every day! pic.twitter.com/02RKk0C2Wq
— Racing For Cancer (@RacingForCancer) May 13, 2018
Out of the mouths of babes
Fans big and small wish Andretti Autosport’s Alexander Rossi good luck on the track.
So sorry couldn’t make it to the @RileyChildrens event tonight to see my buddy Layden. But he sent me a video with some seriously excellent advice for the #indy500! #dontrunoutofgas #drivesafe #makesureyouwin #lovethiskid pic.twitter.com/Y65MvDCzZr
— Alexander Rossi (@AlexanderRossi) May 16, 2018
His motor runs for art
Long-time INDYCAR official Jim Swintal is also a noted racing artist. He has an exhibit on display at the Speedway Centre for the Arts on Main Street in Speedway, Indiana. The exhibition is open through May 30.
In Indy? Check out the @Swintal art exhibition (opening tonight) at the Speedway Centre for the Arts! Artwork from @IndyCar, @IMSA, #MRTI and more - tonight through May 30. pic.twitter.com/mtnCNb7auA
— Diane Swintal (@dswintal) May 15, 2018
Take back the 1 ... with a spray bottle
The Team Penske autograph battle seems to have taken a responsible turn. Is the battle over or will Simon Pagenaud respond?
#IndyCarAutographBattle innocent bystander victim: Doc John my motorhome driver! I did start this mess so had to help with the clean up 😂 @josefnewgarden // #IndyCar #TakeBackThe1 pic.twitter.com/eqSCWqWipq
— Simon Pagenaud (@simonpagenaud) May 10, 2018