Casey Irsay Foyt Named Honorary Starter for 109th Indianapolis 500

Casey Irsay Foyt, daughter of the late Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay, has been named the honorary starter for the 109th Running of the Indianapolis 500, scheduled for May 25, 2025, at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. She will wave the green flag to honor her father's impactful legacy with the Colts and his philanthropic contributions to Central Indiana. Jim Irsay, who passed away on May 21, 2024, had a 28-year tenure owning the Colts and was deeply connected to Indianapolis sports culture. The Colts and Indianapolis Motor Speedway share a long history of collaboration, including hosting the 2012 Super Bowl, and Colts figures like Peyton Manning have previously served as honorary starters. Casey, along with her sisters, represents the next generation of Colts ownership and has been involved in marketing, community relations, and NFL league events. Her role as honorary starter symbolizes the continued intersection of Indianapolis’ football and motorsports communities, celebrating Jim Irsay's enduring influence on the city and its sports scene.