In 1981, a Nearly Invisible Fire at the Indy 500 Led to One of the Most Dangerous Incidents in Racing History

Driver Rick Mears was in contention to win the race when he made his refueling pit stop on lap 58. Spilled fuel ignited on ...
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Indy 500 champions choose the greatest rivalries of the race

INDIANAPOLIS — Mario Andretti silently stewed as Bobby Unser celebrated winning the 1981 Indianapolis 500. Andretti had finished second that day as Unser took over the lead when Gordon Johncock blew ...