Indy 500

Covering the Indy 500 was a great experience. Never have been a fan of racing, but I am quickly becoming addicted. Here are some shots from The Greatest Spectacle in Racing.

The tradition of releasing balloons

Spotters on the roof of turn one

Davey Hamilton

Marco Andretti

Rupert from "Survivor" poses with fans

Marty Roth crashes in turn four

Tony Kanaan

Fan with sign that said "Kiss me or slap me"

Dan Wheldon in turn four

Scott Dixon's victory press conference

Final Shots From Bump Day

What a crazy ending to Bump Day. Buddy Lazier, who came straight from the garage, qualified and placed 32nd within the last half hour. Trying to get your shot and avoiding the AP is nearly impossible, but still came out with decent images. Enjoy!

Buddy Lazier gives thumbs up after learning that he will be in the field of 33.

Lazier with a check from Firestone, given to the last person to qualify for the day.

John Andretti practicing.

More Bump Day

Two more images from Bump Day.

John Andretti smiles after practice Sunday.

Race fans look to stay warm during Bump Day. Winds were in excess of 25 MPH Sunday afternoon.

More Indy 500

Here are some images just taken from Bump Day of the Indy 500.

Tony Kanaan gets a ride from a friend.

After the ride, Kanaan signs some autographs for fans.

Marty Roth, who was bumped earlier in the day gets himself back into the starting grid at 218.965 MPH.

The field of 33 is displayed on the board.

Indy 500 Qualifications

So this year I get to cover the Indy 500 for the Daily News. Never have been to the track in my life and boy was I impressed with everything. Here are three photos from today's qualifications.

Enjoy!

Vitor Meira

Danica Patrick

Tony Kanaan