These first -person essays are part of a special series that leads to the 109th race of Indianapolis 500 on May 25 in Fox in which Indycar drivers wrote letters about what the historic compares for them. Consult the latest entries and read them all next.
Pato O’ward – No. 5, Arrow McLaren
“I have broken my heart here … I have moved away so close to victory, but also with such a deep sting, thinking about how close we were. And yes, it hurts. But it also feeds me.” Read the complete story.
Marcus Ericsson – No. 28, Andretti Global
“Winning the Indy 500 was a dream come true for me. My life changed forever. That is the power of this career.” Read the complete story.
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