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1978 Indianapolis 500

The 62nd 500 Mile International Sweepstakes was held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Speedway, Indiana on Sunday, May 28, 1978. Danny Ongais dominated the early stages of the race but eventually dropped out with a blown engine. Al Unser Sr.... Wikipedia
Average speed: 161.363 mph (259.689 km/h)
Fastest qualifier: Tom Sneva
National anthem: Purdue band
Rookie of the Year: Rick Mears & Larry Rice
Season: 1978 USAC Trail
Starting command: Mary F. Hulman