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Alex Palou Makes History as First Spanish Winner of Indianapolis 500

The 2025 Indy 500 concluded with Alex Palou's victory, overshadowing Tom Brady's booed appearance during FOX Sports' debut broadcast of the event.

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Tom Brady waves to the booing crowd prior to the IndyCar Series 109th Running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Jimmie Johnson and Tom Brady were introduced during the NTT IndyCar Series 109th Running Of The Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 25, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Retired football player and Fox Sports analyst Tom Brady looks on prior to Super Bowl LIX between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles at Caesars Superdome on February 09, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Overview

  • Alex Palou became the first Spanish driver to win the Indianapolis 500, marking a significant milestone in the race's history.
  • The event drew a crowd of approximately 350,000 spectators and was broadcast for the first time on FOX Sports, signaling a new era for IndyCar coverage.
  • Tom Brady, attending as part of FOX Sports' promotional efforts, faced loud boos from the Indianapolis crowd due to his historic rivalry with the Colts and the 'Deflategate' scandal.
  • Brady participated in a pre-race ceremony, riding in a two-seater IndyCar driven by NASCAR legend Jimmie Johnson, and took the crowd's reaction in stride with smiles and waves.
  • The race featured high-profile appearances by sports legends like Michael Strahan, who drove the pace car, and Rob Gronkowski, adding crossover appeal between motorsports and other sports.