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The 54th TCS New York City Marathon took place on November 2, 2025, with live coverage starting at 7:00 a.m. on Channel 7 and ESPN2, featuring elite and amateur runners across a 26.2-mile course through NYC's five boroughs, with various start times for different divisions and the final runners finishing after 8:00 p.m.
Daniel Suárez, a Mexican-born NASCAR driver, is celebrating a significant homecoming in Mexico City, where he is embraced as a national hero. Despite logistical challenges and high expectations, he remains positive and focused on improving his performance for the Viva Mexico 250 race, with strong support from teammates and fans, highlighting his role as a symbol of national pride.
The 2024 Indianapolis 500 faces a high chance of rain and severe storms, with damaging winds and possible tornadoes expected. However, a dry window between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. may allow the race to proceed. The race is considered official after 101 laps, requiring about 90 minutes of favorable weather. If postponed, Monday's forecast is more favorable with only a 30% chance of rain in the morning.
The Indianapolis 500 may face delays or postponement due to expected rain on Sunday, with weather forecasts varying widely. Predictions for the high temperature range from 75 to 84 degrees, and rain probability ranges from 60% to 97%. Racegoers should prepare for potential rain and thunderstorms, especially in the afternoon.
With rain in the forecast for the 108th Indy 500, Indianapolis Motor Speedway President Doug Boles stated that decisions regarding the race will be made within hours of the green flag. Despite a 61 percent chance of rain, Boles remains hopeful for improvement and emphasized that efforts will be made to hold the race on Sunday, even if it means waiting until later in the day. The track has rented the NASCAR Air Titan system to help dry the surface if needed. A crowd of 345,000 is expected, with fewer than 5,000 grandstand seats remaining.
The weather forecast for the 2024 Indy 500 on May 26 predicts a high likelihood of rain and thunderstorms, with chances ranging from 80% to 94% according to various sources. Despite the grim outlook, IMS President Doug Boles is almost certain there will be no announcements about postponements or delays before Sunday. The race has only been completely postponed three times due to rain since 1915.
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is close to selling out grandstand tickets for the Indy 500 but has not decided whether to lift the local TV blackout. Weather forecasts for Sunday are uncertain, and any decision to delay the race due to weather will likely be made on the day itself. The track can be dried quickly using NASCAR's air titans, but the race will not run in the rain. Fans can sign up for text alerts for updates on weather-related delays.