Indy 500 eyes racing records, returning crowd Sunday at Indianapolis Motor Speedway

24 May 2015: Fan enjoy a beautiful day during the 99th running of the Indianapolis 500 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Indianapolis, IN. The Indy 500 is back in full force Sunday, with not only the fastest record anticipated to be broken — but a near-record crowd is also expected. Roger Penske will be able to fully open the gates since his purchase of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in early 2020.

And this year’s race has the fastest field in history on its hands. Some 20 drivers, maybe more, are legitimate contenders to win. Dixon starts from the pole for the fifth time in his career as the six-time IndyCar champion continues his determined quest for a second Indy 500 win. The New Zealander won from the pole in 2008 but has fallen short in 18 other tries.

Defending race winner Helio Castroneves is the most experienced driver with 21 previous starts and he will be trying for a record fifth Indy 500 victory.The invocation and national anthem are set to kick off at 12:18 p.m. ET. Actor Miles Teller, who stars in the new "Top Gun" film, is waving the green flag. A day at Indy evokes the very essence of Americana, from the singing of "God Bless America" and "Back Home Again in Indiana.

This event should be seen in person at least once. The power and speed of the cars are not fully appreciated watching on tv.

'300K in the stands?' Sorry, not credible.

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