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1981 Indianapolis 500

The 65th Indianapolis 500 was held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Speedway, Indiana, on Sunday, May 24, 1981. The race is widely considered one of the most controversial races in Indy history. Bobby Unser took the checkered flag as the... Wikipedia
Pace car: Buick Regal
Average speed: 139.084 mph (223.834 km/h)
"Back Home Again in Indiana": Phil Harris
Date: May 24, 1981
Estimated attendance: 350,000
Rookie of the Year: Josele Garza
Season: 1981–82 USAC season; 1981 CART season