Original Message

Pre-race traditions still put a lump in my throat, playing of taps always leaves me misty-eyed. I do miss Jim Nabors' rendition of Back Home Again in Indiana. Was thankful for a clean start, was concerned that bonzai moves throughout the field would cause problems. I'm a long-time Foyt Racing fan so was excited all day as Ferrucci ran with the lead group. Had Kirkwood's tire impacted in the stands . . . thankfully it did not. Had to feel for Felix, I believe he would have been there in the end. O'Ward is a super talent but still needs to learn patience. Neat that TK ran the full 500 miles, on that last lap dash he and Helio were battling for position, just like they've battled each other since their karting days. And, although it was extremely exciting racing following each of the three red flags, I agree with Kevin. Yes, ideally I want green flag running through to an exciting checkered flag finish, but don't want this to turn into a manufactured, NASCAR type deal. It's the Indy 500, not the 505 or the 510 or 515. As for the one-lap of green after coming immediately out of the pits, thankfully that didn't turn into a crashfest. Newgarden was on the move during the race, placed himself in a strong position in the latter stages, congrats to him. 

Less than 365 days until the 108th running. I'm ready.