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7 fact-checked facts about Indianapolis history, landmarks and the Indy 500, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.

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The basics

'Indy' is a nickname for which city?

AnswerIndianapolis

Indy is the common nickname for Indianapolis.

How long is the Indy 500 race?

Answer500 miles

The race covers 500 miles.

Going deeper

In which year was the first Indy 500 held?

Answer1911

The first Indianapolis 500 ran in 1911.

What is the nickname of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway?

AnswerThe Brickyard

The track was paved with millions of bricks in 1909.

The Indy 500 is traditionally held on which holiday weekend?

AnswerMemorial Day

The race runs on Memorial Day weekend.

Expert level

Who won the first Indy 500 in 1911?

AnswerRay Harroun

Ray Harroun won driving the Marmon Wasp.

How long is one lap of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway oval?

Answer2.5 miles

The rectangular oval is 2.5 miles around.

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