All about the 2024 Indy 500: schedules, information, and participating vehicles

The Indy 500 is an iconic motorsports race that combines history, speed, and excitement, making it one of the most important events on the global sporting calendar. Discover everything you need to know about one of the oldest existing events: schedules, highlights, and much more.

What is the Indy 500?

The Indy 500, or Indianapolis 500, is one of the world's most important races. It is held every year at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indiana (United States) during Memorial Day weekend, the last Monday in May.

Known as “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing,” the first Indy 500 race was held in 1911. Since then, it has become a true tradition in motorsports, including iRacing. It's part of the NTT INDYCAR Series in the United States.

2024 INDY 500 RACE DETAILS
LOCATION INDIANA, USA
CURVES OVAL
LENGTH 4,023 KM
SPEED 60 KM/H
TIME 70º and light winds. No rain.

OPEN TIME SLOTS
1/06/2024 01:00 GMT / 03:00 CEST
1/06/2024 13:00 GMT / 15:00 CEST
1/06/2024 17:00 GMT / 19:00 CEST
2/06/2024 13:00 GMT / 15:00 CEST

FIXED TIME SLOTS
1/06/2024 05:00 GMT / 07:00 CEST
1/06/2024 9:00 GMT / 11:00 CEST
1/06/2024 21:00 GMT / 23:00 CEST
2/06/2024 17:00 GMT / 19:00 CEST

VEHICLES
Dallara IR18

RACE INFORMATION
TYPE OF EXIT LAUNCHED
SIM DAY 05/26/2024
QUALIFICATION FREE
GRILL SIZE 33 CARS
DURATION 200 laps
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
LICENSE REQUIRED D 4.0 OVAL
WARM UP 15 MINUTES
TEAM TEST NO
IRATING Yeah
SPLIT INFORMATION QUALIFICATION TIME
PILOT LIMIT NOT INDICATED

What was the Indy 500 race like on May 26?

On May 26, the historic Indy 500 race was a thrilling and dramatic affair right up to the very end. Josef Newgarden was crowned champion after overtaking Pato O'Ward on the final lap, in a spectacular maneuver that left fans on the edge of their seats. It was a memorable finish, full of adrenaline and talent, highlighting Newgarden's skill and determination. This weekend on iRacing, the excitement is high, and everyone is wondering if we'll have a finish as exciting as the one we experienced in the real race on May 26.

Where can I watch the Indy 500 on iRacing?

Are you ready for one of the most anticipated races in motorsports? The new licensing agreement between iRacing and INDYCAR includes the return of the iRacing Indianapolis 500.

  • iRacing Race: https://www.twitch.tv/iracing