Caitlin Clark Named Grand Marshal for 110th Indianapolis 500 as Alex Palou Starts on Pole
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Updated · Fox News · May 19
Caitlin Clark Named Grand Marshal for 110th Indianapolis 500 as Alex Palou Starts on Pole
14 articles · Updated · Fox News · May 19
Caitlin Clark will give the command to start engines at the 110th Indianapolis 500, adding one of Indianapolis sports' biggest current stars to race-day ceremonies.
IndyCar and Indianapolis Motor Speedway said fan demand and Clark's profile since joining the Indiana Fever drove the choice, with partner Gainbridge backing the appearance.
The May 24 race is set for a sold-out Indianapolis Motor Speedway, with Brendan Fraser waving the green flag and defending Indy 500 champion Alex Palou leading the field from pole.
Palou is chasing his second Indy 500 victory and a fifth IndyCar title in a 200-lap race that organizers bill as the world's largest single-day spectator sporting event.
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