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Tom Brady Booed at Indianapolis 500 During FOX's First Broadcast of the Race

The NFL legend faced a cold reception in Indianapolis, rode with Jimmie Johnson in a two-seater IndyCar, and joked about Colts fans' disdain.

Tom Brady waves to the booing crowd prior to the IndyCar Series 109th Running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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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.
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Overview

  • Tom Brady was loudly booed by the crowd during the pre-race ceremony at the 109th Indianapolis 500, reflecting his long-standing rivalry with Indianapolis Colts fans.
  • Brady participated in a parade lap in a two-seater IndyCar driven by NASCAR legend Jimmie Johnson, marking a crossover moment between NFL and motorsports icons.
  • FOX Sports broadcast the Indianapolis 500 for the first time, featuring Brady as part of their efforts to boost viewership and interest in IndyCar racing.
  • Michael Strahan, another FOX Sports analyst and former NFL star, drove the pace car to lead the drivers to the green flag.
  • The race experienced delays due to rain, with notable incidents including crashes involving Scott McLaughlin and Marco Andretti.