2024 Indianapolis 500: Start time, TV, live stream, lineup and key info for Sunday's race
All the information you need to get ready for the 108th running of the Indy 500, Sunday at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
eu.usatoday.comI don’t have live updates in this moment, but here’s the latest general guidance on Indy 500 start times to help you plan.
Direct answer
- Indy 500 start times are typically around 12:45 p.m. ET for the green flag, with pre-race activities starting earlier (driver introductions around 11:47 a.m. ET and anthem around 12:24 p.m. ET). If you’re looking for the exact current year’s schedule, I can fetch the official timing once you confirm you’re okay with me checking live sources.
What to check for precise timing
- Official Indy 500 or Indianapolis Motor Speedway website: look for the race day schedule and any notes about weather-related delays.
- NBC or FOX coverage pages: they often publish the run-of-show and start times for the race day.
- Local outlets or sports networks’ Indy 500 previews: they’ll list the precise timing and any changes due to weather.
Why timing can shift
- Weather delays (rain, heat) can push back the start or move events around.
- Pre-race ceremonies can be tightened or extended depending on broadcast decisions.
Would you like me to look up the current year’s official start time and race-day schedule now? If yes, I’ll pull the latest, cite the sources, and summarize the exact start times and any contingencies.