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Indy Split: The Big Money Battle That Nearly Destroyed Indy Racing,New
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Indy Split is a silver winner and a gold finalist for the 2022 IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award in Sports & Recreation!Indy Split is a fascinating, authoritative and overdue account of the big money battle that nearly destroyed the sport of Indy car racing.In the new book, longtime motorsports reporter John Oreovicz dives deep into the divisive battle between CART and the Indy Racing League. With insightful reporting, Oreovicz recounts the political infighting within the industry which climaxed with a 12year Split from 1996 to 2007 between competing forms of Indy car racing and prevented the sport from achieving its potential.The book traces the roots of Indy car racings dysfunction, which began in 1945 when Tony Hulman rescued the Indianapolis Motor Speedway from potential redevelopment. Over the next 75 years, the HulmanGeorge family used the stature of the Speedway to carve out a powerful position in American auto racing that sometimes resulted in conflict with Indy car competitors. A volatile period in the late 1970s sparked the formation of Championship Auto Racing Teams (CART), and tensions ramped up even more when Hulmans grandson, Tony George, assumed power in 1990.In unprecedented detail, Indy Split uncovers how the Split forced Indy car fans, sponsors, broadcasters and participants to choose sides. The book brings to light the confusion and animosity which caused unnecessary damage to the sport, and covers how negotiations driven by legendary racer Mario Andretti and actor/racer Paul Newman ended the Split in 2008, only to have George to walk away less than three years later. The long struggle for stability was finally resolved in 2020 when Roger Penske acquired IMS and the IndyCar Series, securing a bright future for the Speedway, the Indy 500, and the sport.Longtime motorsports reporter John Oreovicz began attending the Indianapolis 500 as a teenager in the late 70s, allowing him to witness the sports growth as an avid fan before documenting its decline as a journalist. With a foreword by Motorsport Hall of Fame inductee Robin Miller, arguably Indy car racings most vocal advocate, this is the real story of The Split from one of the sports most respected voices.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Indy Split'? A: 'Indy Split' explores the fierce financial and political conflicts within Indy car racing, particularly the 12-year division between CART and the Indy Racing League from 1996 to 2007.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Indy Split'? A: The book is authored by John Oreovicz, a long-time motorsports reporter with extensive experience in covering Indy car racing.
- Q: What awards has 'Indy Split' received? A: 'Indy Split' is a silver winner and a gold finalist for the 2022 IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award in Sports & Recreation.
- Q: How many pages is 'Indy Split'? A: 'Indy Split' has a total of 432 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Indy Split' is available in a hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'Indy Split' published? A: 'Indy Split' was published on May 29, 2021.
- Q: What kind of insights does the book provide? A: 'Indy Split' offers in-depth insights into the historical and political dynamics of Indy car racing, including the role of key figures like Mario Andretti and Tony George.
- Q: Is 'Indy Split' suitable for casual readers or only for racing enthusiasts? A: 'Indy Split' is written for both casual readers interested in sports history and racing enthusiasts who want a deeper understanding of the sport's complexities.
- Q: Does the book contain interviews or firsthand accounts? A: Yes, 'Indy Split' includes firsthand accounts and interviews that provide a comprehensive perspective on the events leading to the Split.
- Q: What is the significance of the historical context covered in 'Indy Split'? A: The book traces the historical roots of Indy car racing's challenges and conflicts, highlighting how these issues shaped the sport's current landscape.