Why May Remains Sacred for Mario: A Legacy of Loyalty and Meaning

Mario Andretti is always eager to share his deep affection for open-wheel racing. In a recent gathering at the expansive Andretti Autosport Hospitality at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, he offered insights on the NTT IndyCar Series and the much-anticipated 109th Indy 500. Topics ranged from his grandson Marco's appearance this May to tire strategies and the impact of Hybrid recovery systems on today's IndyCars. Andretti, the unique champion of the Indianapolis 500, IndyCar Series, Formula One, and Daytona 500, recalls how his 1969 Indy 500 win significantly transformed his racing career, even paving the way to Formula One glory in 1978. Despite past setbacks at IMS, his gratitude for the event remains unwavering. The connections he forms with fans testify to his enduring impact on motorsports.