Motorsport news: Who are the Indianapolis 500 one off entries in 2026?
With it being standard practice since 1934 for there to be 33 cars on the Indy 500 grid, additional entries help keep the tradition alive.
They also provide opportunities for specialist teams and drivers, including outfits such as Dreyer & Reinbold Racing and Abel Motorsports, to compete on one of motorsport’s biggest stages.
Independent, non chartered teams and drivers are able to take their shot at “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing”, helping preserve the Indy 500’s long standing tradition of open competition.
IndyCar news: Christian Lundgaard secures first Arrow McLaren victory at Sonsio Grand Prix
On Saturday, May 9, 2026, Christian Lundgaard crossed the finish line first to win the Sonsio Grand Prix at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course.
The Danish driver joined Arrow McLaren in 2025, stepping into the seat previously occupied by Alexander Rossi, the 2016 Indy 500 winner.
IndyCar news: Push to Pass rules to change after Long Beach failure
On Tuesday, May 5, IndyCar released a statement that Push to Pass will be expanded to give drivers the ability to enable it at all times on road and street courses, writes Sports News Blitz’s Katie Butler.
This expansion begins Saturday, May 9 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course.
Push to Pass, a driver controlled system used for overtaking and defending, provides an extra 50 to 60 horsepower when activated.
Remembering Alex Zanardi: F1 driver, paralympian, and an unstoppable spirit
On Friday, May 1, 2026, sport lost a great champion and a great man. Alex Zanardi, aged 59, passed away in Padua, Italy, not far from where he was born in Bologna.
His spirit lives on through his wife, Daniela, and their son, Niccolo.
The Italian was a Formula 1 driver, two-time CART (now IndyCar) champion, and Paralympic medalist in handcycling.
In this article, Sports News Blitz’s Katie Butler reflects on his legendary career.
IndyCar news: Mick Schumacher to drive in IndyCar in 2026 with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing
Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing (RLL) have signed a contract with the German driver to drive for them next year after testing with the team in October 2025.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Ayla Vaughan explores Schumacher’s past performances and future as a driver in IndyCar.
IndyCar news: Caio Collet will drive in IndyCar in 2026 with AJ Foyt Racing
AJ Foyt Racing have signed a contract with the Brazilian driver Caio Collet, promoting him up to IndyCar for 2026.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Ayla Vaughan explores Collet’s past performances and future as a driver in IndyCar.
IndyCar news: Kyle Kirkwood signs a multiyear contract extension with Andretti Global
Andretti have renewed their contract with Floridian driver Kyle Kirkwood, keeping him in the No. 27 car until at least 2026.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Ayla Vaughan explores Kirkwood’s past and future as an Andretti driver in IndyCar.