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'Burb Bites: Big closure for new Carmel roundabout

Carmel road crews are getting ready to shut down one of the city's busiest intersections for the summer.

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This week&#x27;s news from around the region includes yet another roundabout for Carmel, a distillery expansion in Fortville and a plan to quiet pickleball courts in Brownsburg.👷 Carmel road crews are getting ready to shut down one of the city&#x27;s busiest intersections through the fall to install a new roundabout.

Council to vote on Office of Public Health and Safety oversight

The proposal calls for better contract management and ethics training.

The Indianapolis City-County Council will consider restrictions on public safety funding Monday night.The big picture: Council Republicans are pushing for stronger spending guardrails in the Office of Public Health and Safety.

E-bike and e-scooter injuries surge in the Indianapolis area

The e-bike boom is fueling a spike in crashes and injuries in Central Indiana, especially among young riders.

Local trauma specialists warn the ongoing <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="e-bike boom" data-vars-click-url="https://link.axios.com/click/46493565.61/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYXhpb3MuY29tLzIwMjYvMDcvMDcvZWJpa2UtaW5qdXJpZXMtc3VyZ2UtYW1vbmctdGVlbnMteW91bmctcmlkZXJzP3V0bV9zb3VyY2U9bmV3c2xldHRlciZ1dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9jYW1wYWlnbj1zZW5kdG9fbG9jYWxuZXdzbGV0dGVydGVzdCZzdHJlYW09dG9w/659da30dc51ba94612eb85e0B6d419039" data-vars-content-id="3d3ac750-b8ae-4d6c-adfb-ca7908871c7b" data-vars-headline="E-bike and e-scooter injuries surge in the Indianapolis area" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://link.axios.com/click/46493565.61/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYXhpb3MuY29tLzIwMjYvMDcvMDcvZWJpa2UtaW5qdXJpZXMtc3VyZ2UtYW1vbmctdGVlbnMteW91bmctcmlkZXJzP3V0bV9zb3VyY2U9bmV3c2xldHRlciZ1dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9jYW1wYWlnbj1zZW5kdG9fbG9jYWxuZXdzbGV0dGVydGVzdCZzdHJlYW09dG9w/659da30dc51ba94612eb85e0B6d419039" target="_self">e-bike boom</a> is fueling a spike in injuries in Central Indiana, especially among young riders. Why it matters: Experts say the vehicles aren&#x27;t inherently more dangerous than traditional versions, but their higher speeds can <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="increase the severity" data-vars-click-url="https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/feeling-i-would-never-wish-anyone-teen-shares-recovery-e-bike-crash-doctors-seeing-surge-more-head-injuries-indianapolis/531-0e3ee4b3-4300-4b6a-acaa-a76d8db1cb17" data-vars-content-id="3d3ac750-b8ae-4d6c-adfb-ca7908871c7b" data-vars-headline="E-bike and e-scooter injuries surge in the Indianapolis area" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/feeling-i-would-never-wish-anyone-teen-shares-recovery-e-bike-crash-doctors-seeing-surge-more-head-injuries-indianapolis/531-0e3ee4b3-4300-4b6a-acaa-a76d8db1cb17" target="_blank">increase the severity</a> of crashes.

The most and least expensive items from the record-breaking Jim Irsay auction

Late Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay's memorabilia didn't just sell at Christie's. It rewrote the auction record book.

Late Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay&#x27;s memorabilia didn&#x27;t just sell at Christie&#x27;s. In <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="true Irsay fashion" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/05/22/colts-owner-jim-irsay-dies-at-65" data-vars-content-id="743ba150-3e60-405f-912d-5d93b8e0b754" data-vars-headline="The most and least expensive items from the record-breaking Jim Irsay auction" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/05/22/colts-owner-jim-irsay-dies-at-65" target="_self">true Irsay fashion</a>, it rewrote the auction record books.Why it matters: With a pledge to support nonprofits important to him in place after his death, the nine-figure haul is poised to impact countless lives.

Pacers eyeing depth around Haliburton during Summer League run

The start of the Indiana Pacers' Summer League tips off a pivotal stretch as the franchise looks to rebuild.

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The Indiana Pacers&#x27; 2026 Summer League run is headlined by a pair of native Hoosiers looking to impress as they chase their NBA dreams.Why it matters: With Tyrese Haliburton healthy and &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="feeling good" data-vars-click-url="https://www.si.com/nba/pacers/onsi/new-injury-update-on-pacers-franchise-star-tyrese-haliburton-01kw8jjq83vd" data-vars-content-id="2237f129-63a6-46d7-a54f-60dcc5c16704" data-vars-headline="Pacers eyeing depth around Haliburton during Summer League run" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.si.com/nba/pacers/onsi/new-injury-update-on-pacers-franchise-star-tyrese-haliburton-01kw8jjq83vd" target="_blank">feeling good</a>,&quot; Indiana&#x27;s rebuilding phase is over, and fans are eager to see the team once again become <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="an NBA Finals contender" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/10/09/indiana-pacers-nba-finals-preseason" data-vars-content-id="2237f129-63a6-46d7-a54f-60dcc5c16704" data-vars-headline="Pacers eyeing depth around Haliburton during Summer League run" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/10/09/indiana-pacers-nba-finals-preseason" target="_self">an NBA Finals contender</a>.

Curt Cignetti gets an EA Sports game cover. And maybe a curse.

Hoosier haters may have finally found the one thing capable of stopping Curt Cignetti's dominance.

Hoosier haters may have finally found the one thing capable of stopping IU football coach Curt Cignetti&#x27;s dominance — a video game curse.Context: Cignetti landed the starring role in a new <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="EA Sports College Football 27 trailer" data-vars-click-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-JpwwMa5aM" data-vars-content-id="20dfe2e9-fb5d-451c-a001-df7bcd71db29" data-vars-headline="Curt Cignetti gets an EA Sports game cover. And maybe a curse." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-JpwwMa5aM" target="_blank">EA Sports College Football 27 trailer</a> that dropped last week, and will take center stage on the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="game&#x27;s deluxe edition" data-vars-click-url="https://www.ea.com/games/ea-sports-college-football/college-football-27/buy" data-vars-content-id="20dfe2e9-fb5d-451c-a001-df7bcd71db29" data-vars-headline="Curt Cignetti gets an EA Sports game cover. And maybe a curse." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.ea.com/games/ea-sports-college-football/college-football-27/buy" target="_blank">game&#x27;s deluxe edition</a> cover when it releases on July 9.<ul><li>The accomplishments acknowledge his success on the field, and his staying power as a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="megastar merch-mover" data-vars-click-url="https://www.thedailyhoosier.com/curt-cignettis-bobblehead-outsells-the-pope/" data-vars-content-id="20dfe2e9-fb5d-451c-a001-df7bcd71db29" data-vars-headline="Curt Cignetti gets an EA Sports game cover. And maybe a curse." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.thedailyhoosier.com/curt-cignettis-bobblehead-outsells-the-pope/" target="_blank">megastar merch-mover</a>.</li></ul>Yes, but: Gracing the cover of an EA Sports title isn&#x27;t always good news for fans. In fact, many hope their faves don&#x27;t get the nod because of the dreaded &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Madden curse" data-vars-click-url="https://www.espn.com/gaming/story/_/id/43741048/madden-curse-fact-fiction-11-years-cover-stars" data-vars-content-id="20dfe2e9-fb5d-451c-a001-df7bcd71db29" data-vars-headline="Curt Cignetti gets an EA Sports game cover. And maybe a curse." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.espn.com/gaming/story/_/id/43741048/madden-curse-fact-fiction-11-years-cover-stars" target="_blank">Madden curse</a>.&quot;<ul><li>The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="curse&#x27;s origins" data-vars-click-url="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/JeY_LiJ_jm4" data-vars-content-id="20dfe2e9-fb5d-451c-a001-df7bcd71db29" data-vars-headline="Curt Cignetti gets an EA Sports game cover. And maybe a curse." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/JeY_LiJ_jm4" target="_blank">curse&#x27;s origins</a> date back to Garrison Hearst breaking his ankle in the playoffs after landing the international cover of EA&#x27;s Madden 99.</li><li>The myth built momentum when Barry Sanders retired early after the release of Madden 2000; Daunte Culpepper suffered a season-ending injury after Madden 2002; and Michael Vick missed 11 games the season after Madden 2004.</li></ul>Stunning stat: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="According to The Sporting News" data-vars-click-url="https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/madden-curse-cover-list-history/rfohxki52h57l5vmd9umn2a1?utm_source=yahoo&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=appeared_on" data-vars-content-id="20dfe2e9-fb5d-451c-a001-df7bcd71db29" data-vars-headline="Curt Cignetti gets an EA Sports game cover. And maybe a curse." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/madden-curse-cover-list-history/rfohxki52h57l5vmd9umn2a1?utm_source=yahoo&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=appeared_on" target="_blank">According to The Sporting News</a>, 16 of the 28 NFL players who have appeared on the cover of Madden since 1999 suffered injuries.The latest: Bears fans hopeful the team would stay in Chicago were reminded of the curse when the team <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="approved a move to Hammond" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/06/05/chicago-bears-hammond-indiana-stadium" data-vars-content-id="20dfe2e9-fb5d-451c-a001-df7bcd71db29" data-vars-headline="Curt Cignetti gets an EA Sports game cover. And maybe a curse." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/06/05/chicago-bears-hammond-indiana-stadium" target="_self">approved a move to Hammond</a> just days after <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="QB Caleb Williams" data-vars-click-url="https://www.bleachernation.com/bears/2026/06/08/caleb-williams-vs-madden/" data-vars-content-id="20dfe2e9-fb5d-451c-a001-df7bcd71db29" data-vars-headline="Curt Cignetti gets an EA Sports game cover. And maybe a curse." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.bleachernation.com/bears/2026/06/08/caleb-williams-vs-madden/" target="_blank">QB Caleb Williams</a> got the Madden 27 cover.<ul><li>It extends to other EA sports games, too. Like their <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="NHL" data-vars-click-url="https://www.reddit.com/r/hockey/comments/c2uene/the_ea_nhl_cover_curse_is_real/" data-vars-content-id="20dfe2e9-fb5d-451c-a001-df7bcd71db29" data-vars-headline="Curt Cignetti gets an EA Sports game cover. And maybe a curse." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.reddit.com/r/hockey/comments/c2uene/the_ea_nhl_cover_curse_is_real/" target="_blank">NHL</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="UFC" data-vars-click-url="https://www.reddit.com/r/EASportsUFC/comments/1604ykp/ea_ufc_cover_athlete_curse/" data-vars-content-id="20dfe2e9-fb5d-451c-a001-df7bcd71db29" data-vars-headline="Curt Cignetti gets an EA Sports game cover. And maybe a curse." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.reddit.com/r/EASportsUFC/comments/1604ykp/ea_ufc_cover_athlete_curse/" target="_blank">UFC</a> titles.</li></ul>What we&#x27;re watching: How Cignetti manages to shrug off the bad gamer mojo like <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Pat Mahomes" data-vars-click-url="https://www.chiefs.com/news/patrick-mahomes-featured-on-madden-nfl-22-cover" data-vars-content-id="20dfe2e9-fb5d-451c-a001-df7bcd71db29" data-vars-headline="Curt Cignetti gets an EA Sports game cover. And maybe a curse." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.chiefs.com/news/patrick-mahomes-featured-on-madden-nfl-22-cover" target="_blank">Pat Mahomes</a> and keep winning in Bloomington. <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Google him" data-vars-click-url="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/uGQi9HsKWhY" data-vars-content-id="20dfe2e9-fb5d-451c-a001-df7bcd71db29" data-vars-headline="Curt Cignetti gets an EA Sports game cover. And maybe a curse." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/uGQi9HsKWhY" target="_blank">Google him</a>.

Revoked Indiana Fever credentials raise questions about press access

Independent reporter Scott Agness of the Fieldhouse Files has lost team access.

Despite being known as the man behind the Fieldhouse Files, it&#x27;s unclear how much time veteran sports reporter Scott Agness will spend in Gainbridge this summer.Why it matters: The Indiana Fever&#x27;s decision to revoke credentials from Indy&#x27;s longest-running Fever beat writer <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="raises questions" data-vars-click-url="https://www.reddit.com/r/pacers/comments/1tv388g/scott_agness_says_he_has_had_his_credentialed/" data-vars-content-id="50cbd76f-0b73-44be-822a-5ce86afad486" data-vars-headline="Revoked Indiana Fever credentials raise questions about press access" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.reddit.com/r/pacers/comments/1tv388g/scott_agness_says_he_has_had_his_credentialed/" target="_blank">raises questions</a> about press access.

Chicago Bears move forward with Indiana stadium

The Bears announced Friday they are advancing their stadium project in Hammond.

The Hammond Bears are happening, people! Well, maybe.Driving the news: It&#x27;s unlikely the team will be renamed, but the Chicago Bears board of directors voted Thursday to advance <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="a stadium project" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/02/19/indiana-illinois-chicago-bears-stadium-deal" data-vars-content-id="09ae9493-b975-402a-97af-6465790a0f20" data-vars-headline="Chicago Bears move forward with Indiana stadium" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/02/19/indiana-illinois-chicago-bears-stadium-deal" target="_self">a stadium project</a> in Northwest Indiana.

The good, bad and ugly of the 2026 Indianapolis 500

The highs, lows and everything in between from the 110th running.

The 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 had it all — joy, sorrow and the closest finish in race history.Driving the news: Felix Rosenqvist overtook David Malukas on the backstretch after a chaotic restart to finish the race with one final green flag lap.

Drivers to watch for the 2026 Indianapolis 500

Not sure who to root for? Here are four good bets.

You don&#x27;t have to be an IndyCar expert to enjoy the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Indianapolis 500" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/05/01/month-of-may-indianapolis-500-festival-parade" data-vars-content-id="852a939c-266f-4712-919b-8382f48aec34" data-vars-headline="Drivers to watch for the 2026 Indianapolis 500" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/05/01/month-of-may-indianapolis-500-festival-parade" target="_self">Indianapolis 500</a>.The big picture: Here&#x27;s a casual fan&#x27;s guide to some of the sport&#x27;s biggest names and those to watch during Sunday&#x27;s race.

How to fake it: A newbie's guide to the 2026 Indianapolis 500

The lingo, storylines and everything you need to know about the Indy 500.

When <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="drivers start their engines" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/05/22/drivers-to-watch-2026-indianapolis-500" data-vars-content-id="494de0f0-5812-4674-9a5f-89d4d6461a1c" data-vars-headline="How to fake it: A newbie&#x27;s guide to the 2026 Indianapolis 500" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/05/22/drivers-to-watch-2026-indianapolis-500" target="_self">drivers start their engines</a> for the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday, racing terms will be thrown around fast and furious.Here&#x27;s your guide to the Greatest Spectacle in Racing.

Your guide to Indianapolis 500 qualifying weekend

IndyCar has switched up the qualifying process for 2026.

We&#x27;ve got the need for speed. Lucky for us, it&#x27;s Fast Friday.The big picture: It&#x27;s qualifying weekend for the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Indianapolis 500" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/05/01/month-of-may-indianapolis-500-festival-parade" data-vars-content-id="f63cbbdf-0191-4409-9a13-4fd4707e808d" data-vars-headline="Your guide to Indianapolis 500 qualifying weekend" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/05/01/month-of-may-indianapolis-500-festival-parade" target="_self">Indianapolis 500</a>.<ul><li>Today is the final — and fastest — practice before the field of 33 is set.</li><li>Cars get a turbocharger boost to reach the speeds they&#x27;ll run during qualifying.</li></ul>Vibe check: Quals are a lower-key way to get a taste of the Greatest Spectacle in Racing.<ul><li>You get all the speed — we&#x27;re talking 230-plus miles per hour — without the race day crowd.</li></ul>How it works: Don&#x27;t skip this — it&#x27;s different this year!<ul><li><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Qualifying begins" data-vars-click-url="https://www.indianapolismotorspeedway.com/events/indy500/event-info/schedule/friday-may-16-fast-friday-2025" data-vars-content-id="f63cbbdf-0191-4409-9a13-4fd4707e808d" data-vars-headline="Your guide to Indianapolis 500 qualifying weekend" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.indianapolismotorspeedway.com/events/indy500/event-info/schedule/friday-may-16-fast-friday-2025" target="_blank">Qualifying begins</a> at 11am Saturday, and by 6pm spots 15-33 will be set.</li><li>Drivers who qualified in the top 15 on Saturday will be back on track Sunday to secure their starting position.</li><li>On Sunday, cars ranked 1-9 are automatically advanced to the Top 12, while those in 10th-15th spots will have to compete for those last three spots.</li><li>The fastest three move on; the slowest three get spots 13-15 on race day.</li><li>Then, the Top 12 qualifiers will advance as last year, with those finishing 7-12 claiming those spots and the fastest six advancing to the Firestone Fast Six later in the day to determine positions 1-6.</li></ul>Yes, but: The forecast doesn&#x27;t look great.<ul><li>Chances of rain start early Saturday morning and continue through Sunday. </li></ul>The intrigue: Defending champ Alex Palou has turned some of the fastest laps in practice so far, but he&#x27;s not the only driver looking hot going into the weekend. <ul><li>Hometown hero Conor Daly won the day Wednesday with a 228 mph lap — and &quot;we weren&#x27;t even flat on that lap,&quot; Daly said.</li><li>Two-time runner-up Pato O&#x27;Ward and 2016 Indy 500 winner Alexander Rossi have also looked strong.</li></ul>If you go: Fast Friday, the final day of practice before qualifying, starts at noon and the qualification draw starts at 6:15pm.<ul><li><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Qualifying runs start" data-vars-click-url="https://www.indianapolismotorspeedway.com/events/indy500/event-info/schedule/friday-may-16-fast-friday-2025" data-vars-content-id="f63cbbdf-0191-4409-9a13-4fd4707e808d" data-vars-headline="Your guide to Indianapolis 500 qualifying weekend" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.indianapolismotorspeedway.com/events/indy500/event-info/schedule/friday-may-16-fast-friday-2025" target="_blank">Qualifying runs start</a> at 11am Saturday and 4:05pm Sunday.</li><li><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tickets" data-vars-click-url="https://www.indianapolismotorspeedway.com/events/indy500/buy-tickets/tickets-non-race-day" data-vars-content-id="f63cbbdf-0191-4409-9a13-4fd4707e808d" data-vars-headline="Your guide to Indianapolis 500 qualifying weekend" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.indianapolismotorspeedway.com/events/indy500/buy-tickets/tickets-non-race-day" target="_blank">Tickets</a> start at $25 for Fast Friday and $30 for quals.</li></ul>

Indiana Fever open big 2026 season at home

The most watched team in women's basketball hits the court Saturday afternoon.

The most watched team in women&#x27;s basketball tips off Saturday as the WNBA starts a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="historic 30th regular season" data-vars-click-url="https://www.wnba.com/news/10-things-to-look-forward-to-2026" data-vars-content-id="ebc3e75f-517c-4d90-a7a8-dc6585093b3e" data-vars-headline="Indiana Fever open big 2026 season at home" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.wnba.com/news/10-things-to-look-forward-to-2026" target="_blank">historic 30th regular season</a>.Why it matters: A healthy roster and rising expectations make <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="2026 a huge year" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/04/15/kelsey-mitchell-supermax-deal-sets-the-tone-for-2026-fever" data-vars-content-id="ebc3e75f-517c-4d90-a7a8-dc6585093b3e" data-vars-headline="Indiana Fever open big 2026 season at home" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/04/15/kelsey-mitchell-supermax-deal-sets-the-tone-for-2026-fever" target="_self">2026 a huge year</a> for the Indiana Fever.

Sonsio Grand Prix brings IndyCar racing back to IMS

Alex Palou is looking to make it a four-peat.

The roar of engines returns to Speedway Friday for Sonsio Grand Prix weekend.Why it matters: The Grand Prix is when <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="May" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/05/01/guide-month-may-activities-indy-mini-marathon-indianapolis-500" data-vars-content-id="8234c97e-ac55-4ea8-a6bc-304b4ff94481" data-vars-headline="Sonsio Grand Prix brings IndyCar racing back to IMS" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/05/01/guide-month-may-activities-indy-mini-marathon-indianapolis-500" target="_self">May</a> really kicks into high gear at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.<ul><li>The 85-lap race runs through the 14 turns of the 2.439-mile road course at IMS, bringing drivers and excitement to the track — two weeks before the Greatest Spectacle in Racing.</li></ul>

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