The start of the iconic Indinapolis 500 has been postponed as lightning closed in on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. With severe weather arriving just in time for the start of the much-anticipated racing event according to this map , officials have had to postpone the start of the race and clear the grandstands to increase spectator safety. In a statement posted to X, the official Indianapolis Motor Speedway account said: "Given the proximity of lightning moving toward the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, a decision has been made to pause the pre-race ceremonies and move fans out of the grandstands and Snake Pit.
"Spectators are encouraged to follow the instructions of IMS team members. They should exit the grandstands in an orderly fashion and implement their personal safety plans. "The start of the 108th Running of the Indianapolis 500 will also be delayed.
Additional updates on timing will be communicated." Kyle Larson's Indy500 qualification results after mechanical problems NASCAR driver told he's 'on same level' as F1 machine Max Verstappen Kyle Larson has ingenious reason for wanting Indy 500 to be postponed Ahead of the threat of rain expected to arrive on Sunday morning, Indianapolis Motor Speedway president Doug Boles expressed concern the start of the 108th Indy 500 be impacted. The race was officially postponed after lightning was deemed to be in close proximity, with IMS officals clearing the grandstands with 125,000 fans needing to move.
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