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I realize this is “small potatoes” to an organization the size of Penske Entertainment; however, it speaks volumes to their integrity and “doing the right thing”. I am not surprised, at all. Naturally, they are thankful that no one was seriously injured or killed due to the incident. Cars can be replaced. Lives cannot. But this also heralds the legacy of the Indianapolis 500, itself, which has always endeavored to focus on safety. As officials investigate why the tether failed and, knowing that even the most tested safety efforts can’t ensure 100% success, rest assured, should any improvements be noted, they will be put in place.
The Indianapolis 500 has always been a testing ground for safety features that now exist in our own vehicles. The Marmon “Wasp” which won the first Indianapolis 500, had a strange little triangular “box” sitting above the dashboard. That box contained a mirror which allowed Ray Harroun, the driver, to see what was behind him. We now know this as a “rear view mirror” and every vehicle in the world has one.
I concur. This was handled with a lot of class. Just another reason why I love the Indy 500! Well played, Mr. Penske.
And a shout out to Robin, the fan that had her car struck by the tire! She had the absolute best attitude about all of it in interviews I’ve seen. She could have been so negative on the Indy 500 and IMS. Instead, she says she will be back! And that was before she found out she was getting a new car.